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Staff Robotics Engineer

Graphcore
Location
Austin, Texas, United States
Posted
16 days ago
Department
DC Engineering*
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of experience in automation or equipment engineering, focusing on mechatronic subsystems and modular machine design
  • Experience taking robotic or automated systems from prototype/R&D into production or field deployment
  • Experience with material handling systems, automated equipment, or productionized robotic solutions
  • Familiarity with 3D localization or VLM-based object detection
  • Experience conducting FAT/SAT validation and managing technical deliverables with partners and manufacturers
  • Proven ability to debug the full-stack: PLC logic, high-level code (C# or Python), and complex mechanical/electrical hardware
Nice to have
  • Experience applying machine learning or AI techniques within robotics systems
  • Experience with simulation environments and digital twin technologies
  • Knowledge of computer vision, sensor fusion or reinforcement learning techniques
  • Experience deploying robotics applications to cloud, edge or embedded environments
  • Familiarity with GPU acceleration, high-performance computing or AI infrastructure
What the job really is

The Staff Robotics Engineer at Graphcore will lead the design, integration, validation, and deployment of robotic automation systems for data center operations. This role involves collaborating with various teams and partners to develop scalable robotic solutions, guiding technical initiatives, and ensuring the transition from R&D to production-ready systems. The engineer will also support troubleshooting and contribute to technical planning and documentation.

Benefits
  • Flexible working
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
  • Disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
Things to weigh
  • Role involves collaboration across APAC time zones, which may affect work-life balance
  • High autonomy expected in defining technical direction, which may require strong self-management skills
  • The position may involve complex problem-solving across various engineering disciplines, which could be challenging for some candidates.
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