Staff Test Development Engineer - Software and Automation

Boston Dynamics•Waltham, MA

21d•$115,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Boston Dynamics is seeking a Staff Test Development Engineer to support the Atlas program. This role involves transforming groundbreaking research prototypes into reliable, scalable systems for manufacturing and field deployment. The engineer will lead the evolution, software architecture, and operational reliability of manufacturing test systems for next-generation robotics. This position bridges the gap between engineering development and high-volume production by industrializing prototype test benches into robust, scalable, End-of-Line (EOL) manufacturing test systems. The role includes ownership of test software and automation frameworks for board flashing, DUT calibration, and functional verification on the production floor. The engineer will play a critical role in maximizing line throughput by refining test suites, troubleshooting station issues, and ensuring smooth manufacturing operations with minimal downtime.

Requirements

BS Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent and 5+ years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in the integration and deployment of new, custom mechatronic systems for real-world applications.
Strong interest in working on software systems that interact with robotic hardware.
In-depth cross-disciplinary knowledge of electro-mechanical actuation subsystems or related tech that enables rapid learning.
Proficiency in Python and/or C++ for debugging and scripting automation.
Strong understanding of databases and SQL.
Experience with Linux-based systems and version control tools (e.g., Git).
Familiarity with integrating cobots, robotic arms (e.g., Universal Robots, FANUC), or motion controllers/actuators with automated test fixtures.
Strong communication and technical documentation skills.
Self-motivated and able to work in an ambiguous environment with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Experience in robotics, aerospace, precision actuators, or high-performance electromechanical systems.
Experience with test executive frameworks (e.g., LabVIEW, TestStand).
Experience with PLM systems such as Arena or Enovia for revision control and documentation management.
Familiarity with SPC, yield tracking, or MES integration.
Familiarity with PLC and Industrial automation programming.
Familiarity with writing Firmware.
Familiarity with camera calibration.

Responsibilities

Architect, design, implement, deploy, and maintain new tools for our test framework, automation, and control strategies across all verification test stands including: configuration, diagnosis, calibration, data management, visualization, and user interaction.
Debug, maintain and improve existing test systems.
Take early R&D and prototype test benches, optimize their software stability, and adapt them for high-volume, repeatable manufacturing environments.
Refactor existing test code to optimize test execution times, reduce false-fail rates, and ensure error handling is robust enough for factory operators.
Hands-on test stand development, system design, execution, and analysis.