Data Platform Engineer at Fauna Robotics | New York City

Job OverviewJoin our dynamic team at Fauna Robotics as a Robotics Platform Engineer, where you will be instrumental in enhancing and optimizing the core software platform that drives our innovative robots. This pivotal role involves developing the foundation of our robotics stack, including communication infrastructures, service orchestration, and the integration of perception, planning, and control modules for seamless operation. You will also refine components to ensure they operate efficiently on resource-constrained edge devices and establish interfaces with low-level firmware from our partners, such as NVIDIA.This position is central to our software architecture, connecting low-level embedded systems with advanced AI functionalities. Collaborating closely with various teams across the organization, you will ensure our platform remains high-performing and reliable as we introduce new features.

Job OverviewJoin our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, where you will be instrumental in designing and developing cutting-edge actuator assemblies that drive our advanced robotic systems. You will be responsible for leading the mechanical architecture, conducting detailed CAD/FEA analysis, and validating tests for our ultra-compact, high-torque actuators, guiding them from initial concept to production release.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate and evaluate actuator concepts, including custom gear trains, bearings, and housings, to achieve stringent torque-to-weight and thermal performance targets.Lead detailed design efforts using 3D CAD, GD&T, tolerance stacks, and structural/thermal FEA.Rapidly prototype designs, develop test fixtures, and characterize key performance metrics such as torque, efficiency, backlash, and thermal rise.Implement DFM/DFA methodologies, release drawings and BOMs, and work closely with suppliers for pilot builds.Collaborate across departments, including controls, firmware, and manufacturing, to enhance overall system performance.Manage relationships with expert independent contractors to leverage specialized skills.Collaborate with industrial design and systems engineering teams to balance aesthetic, environmental, and regulatory requirements.Required Skills & QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.Experience: A minimum of 6 years of experience in designing precision actuators, motors, or motion-control hardware that has been successfully delivered to customers.Technical Skills:Deep expertise in gear train mechanisms (planetary, harmonic, cycloidal), bearing and shaft design, thermal management, and lubrication techniques.Proficient in CAD software (Onshape or SolidWorks) and structural/thermal FEA analysis.Hands-on experience in prototyping, machining, and conducting failure root cause analysis.Preferred QualificationsExperience in scaling prototypes to production levels exceeding 100 units.Familiarity with frameless permanent magnet motors and rotor/stator integration.Proficiency in scripting languages (Python) for design automation and data analysis.Why Join Us?At Fauna Robotics, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking technology in the robotics sector, enabling the next generation of humanoid robots to interact dynamically with their environment. We offer a collaborative and innovative work environment where your skills will be valued and your ideas can shape the future of robotics.

Join Our Innovative Team as a Mechanical EngineerFauna Robotics is on the cutting edge of robotics technology, and we are looking for a skilled and passionate Mechanical Engineer to become a vital part of our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, prototyping, and testing the mechanical systems that drive our humanoid robots. Your expertise will be essential in transforming concepts into scalable production-ready solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesPrototyping and Design: Utilize cutting-edge tools to develop and iterate prototypes for robotic mechanisms and subsystems.Mechanism Design: Engineer and enhance precise mechanical systems including linkages, joints, and actuation systems.Mechatronics Integration: Collaborate closely with electrical and software engineers to seamlessly integrate sensors, actuators, and control systems.Industrial Design Collaboration: Work alongside our in-house design team to ensure product aesthetics align with functional requirements.Manufacturing Expertise: Create designs for various manufacturing processes such as machining, casting, and 3D printing.Global Supply Chain Management: Engage with suppliers and manufacturers globally to source components, manage production schedules, and uphold quality standards.Testing and Analysis: Conduct life-cycle testing, quality assurance, and failure analysis to validate your designs and ensure product reliability.Volume Production Oversight: Lead the transition of designs from prototype to mass production while collaborating with global manufacturing partners.Documentation: Maintain comprehensive design documentation, including CAD models, technical drawings, and test data.

Job OverviewJoin our dynamic team at Fauna Robotics as a Frontend Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in developing user-friendly interfaces that allow seamless interaction with our advanced robotic systems. Your focus will be on crafting both web and mobile applications that enhance user control, offer insightful data visualizations, and build internal tools that streamline our operations. Your contributions will directly influence the experience of our operators, researchers, and clients.In this innovative position, you will confront exciting challenges that blend frontend development with cutting-edge robotics. Your work will involve real-time data visualization and the creation of responsive controls that meet stringent latency demands. Although our current interfaces are predominantly web-based, we have aspirations to extend into native mobile applications as our company expands.

Job DescriptionJoin our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as a Robot Animation Scientist / Engineer. In this dynamic role, you will be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge animation systems for humanoid robots. Your primary focus will be on the design, implementation, and optimization of motion algorithms and animation tools that enable our robotic characters to exhibit expressive and functional movements in real-world environments. We are particularly interested in candidates with a background in whole-body control of virtual characters for real-time, interactive applications, such as video games. Your contributions will be instrumental in propelling advancements in robotics, allowing robots to engage joyfully and competently with their surroundings while ensuring safety around humans.Applicants are expected to provide a portfolio showcasing academic research (including publications in SIGGRAPH) on character animation or relevant industry experience in developing video game character controllers.

About Gecko RoboticsAt Gecko Robotics, we are dedicated to empowering essential organizations around the globe to maintain the availability, reliability, and sustainability of their critical infrastructure. Our innovative solutions integrate wall-climbing robots, state-of-the-art sensors, and an AI-driven data platform, offering our clients unparalleled insights into the present and future condition of their physical assets. This capability facilitates real-time decision-making, enhances operational efficiency and safety, fosters mission readiness, and safeguards both the environment and society from the consequences of infrastructure failures.Position OverviewJoin our Cloud Platform team, where our mission is to enable software engineers to work without hindrances, ultimately accelerating our ability to deliver outstanding products. We achieve this by streamlining software development processes, focusing on automation, shared libraries, and advanced DevOps tools, allowing engineers to concentrate on the unique challenges presented by Gecko Robotics.This position will take lead in refining our cloud architecture and automation, particularly within our government cloud environment. You will be responsible for ensuring the maintainability and usability of our intricate single-tenant deployments, which are inherently complex and compliance-oriented. Your role will involve simplifying this complexity through abstraction and automation, enabling product engineers to deploy and manage confidently without needing to become experts in government cloud compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and own the strategic vision for maintaining and scaling our diverse single-tenant environments, currently hosted in Google Government Cloud and Azure, with potential future expansion to AWS.Automate and standardize the variances across our cloud environments to alleviate the burden of compliance regulations and unique requirements from our developers.Create robust Infrastructure as Code (IaC) modules and shared libraries that provide benefits across all environments, minimizing redundancy.Collaborate closely with fellow Cloud Platform team members to fulfill our goal of making software development at Gecko seamless and efficient. Current responsibilities include:Providing expertise on cloud technologies and acting as internal consultants.Ensuring a smooth, intuitive, and automated CI/CD pipeline.Managing customer authentication processes.Overseeing permissions management.

Job DescriptionFauna Robotics is on the lookout for passionate and skilled Senior/Staff Software Engineers to lead the design and development of sophisticated software solutions for innovative, human-centered robotic systems. In this role, your expertise will be crucial in crafting software modules that enable robots to function autonomously in dynamic and unpredictable real-world conditions.If you have a fervor for robotics, full-stack development, or low-level controls, this position presents a unique opportunity to confront thrilling technical challenges and deliver transformative solutions. You will work collaboratively across various disciplines, partnering closely with research, hardware, and operations teams to pioneer advancements and influence the progression of intelligent robotics.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain software systems for robotic applications, focusing on perception, navigation, motor control, reasoning, and human-robot interaction.Create high-quality, production-ready code that supports robotic functions, including software development kits (SDKs) for external developers.Collaborate with research and machine learning teams to integrate cutting-edge AI models into robotic systems.Establish systems that enhance the development workflows of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and researchers.Coordinate with hardware and deployment teams to ensure seamless performance in real-world settings.Required Skills & QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years of professional software development experience.Technical Expertise:Proficient in software development using Python, C++, and/or Rust.Strong understanding of software engineering principles, including system design, algorithms, and data structures.Preferred SkillsExperience in robotics, particularly with ROS/ROS2 or familiarity with robotic subsystems such as computer vision, signal processing, or motor control.Background in delivering developer-oriented products featuring robust SDKs and fault-tolerant systems.Knowledge of machine learning, particularly in the context of robotics.

Job OverviewJoin the innovative team at fauna-robotics as a Robotics Assembly Technician, where you'll be instrumental in the assembly, testing, and debugging of cutting-edge robotic systems. This hands-on position plays a vital role in our rapid prototyping, troubleshooting, and hardware validation processes, encompassing both mechanical and electrical assembly and testing.Core ResponsibilitiesAssemble robotic systems, subassemblies, actuators, and mechanical components in accordance with engineering drawings and work instructions.Execute precise mechanical assembly using both hand and power tools, presses, and fixtures.Assemble and route wiring harnesses, connectors, and sensors, ensuring proper strain relief and secure installation.Conduct light electrical assembly and basic soldering for connectors, harnesses, and small PCB subassemblies.Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues using basic lab equipment (multimeter, continuity tester, etc.).Adhere to established quality standards; inspect assemblies for fit, finish, and functional performance prior to integration.Utilize 3D printers for creating simple jigs, fixtures, and mounting hardware to aid assembly tasks.Maintain organized workspaces, tools, and inventory for mechanical and electrical components.Contribute to the development and refinement of work instructions and process documentation.Propose and assist in implementing process improvements to enhance assembly efficiency and consistency.Required Skills & QualificationsExperience: A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in mechanical or electromechanical assembly within manufacturing, robotics, aerospace, or automotive sectors.Education: Associate’s degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related discipline, or equivalent military/work experience.Technical Skills:Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.Skilled in using standard hand tools, torque tools, and basic fabrication equipment.Experienced in assembling and routing wiring harnesses for electro-mechanical systems.Comfortable performing basic soldering (both through-hole and surface mount) for connectors and electronic components.

Job DescriptionJoin our team as a Senior Electrical Engineer at Fauna Robotics, where you will spearhead the design and advancement of our power and motion control systems that power our robotic solutions. This position presents a unique opportunity to shape the long-term architecture of Fauna's robotics platform and establish a robust technical foundation for collaboration between robots and humans.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design, layout, and validation of PCBs for power distribution, motor drivers, embedded systems, and sensor integration.Architect and optimize power distribution and battery systems to facilitate high-performance actuators and real-time computing for humanoid robots.Develop and enhance our lithium-ion battery system, focusing on charging circuits, safety measures, and state-of-charge (SOC) algorithms.Create high-efficiency power architecture and monitoring circuits to support our robotics initiatives.Ensure compliance with EMI/EMC regulations, maintain signal integrity, and apply thermal design best practices for high-reliability electronics within compact mobile systems.Collaborate with firmware engineers to develop real-time control strategies that enable smooth and compliant robotic motion.Partner with mechanical engineers to implement effective thermal management solutions for batteries, high-power electronics, and motors.Define the electrical architecture facilitating real-time control, networking, and system diagnostics, ensuring rapid, low-latency communication among actuators, sensors, and computing nodes.Assist in the bring-up, debugging, and testing of prototype robots, working closely with firmware and mechanical teams.Engage with vendors and contract manufacturers to procure top-quality components and supervise the production of critical electronics subsystems.

Join our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as an Electronics Technician. In this hands-on role, you will play a vital part in the assembly, testing, and debugging of cutting-edge robotic systems. Your contributions will be essential for our rapid prototyping, troubleshooting, and hardware validation efforts, encompassing both mechanical and electrical assembly and testing.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the assembly and testing of prototype robots.Construct and wire electrical harnesses, connectors, and PCB assemblies according to detailed schematics and mechanical drawings.Execute precise soldering (both through-hole and surface mount) for circuit board repairs and prototype builds.Support the integration of robotic actuators, sensors, and mechanical subsystems, ensuring optimal fit and functionality.Utilize multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analyzers to troubleshoot power electronics, motor controllers, and embedded systems.Collaborate with engineers to diagnose electrical and mechanical failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.Conduct quality control inspections of PCBs, wiring harnesses, and assembled components prior to integration.Create and finalize custom wire harnesses for power distribution, motor controllers, sensors, and embedded systems.Ensure proper crimping, insulation, and strain relief for long-lasting reliability in robotic applications.Maintain electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, documenting any changes and enhancements.Organize and upkeep the electronics lab, tools, and inventory of electrical components.Assist in designing and maintaining test rigs for motor performance testing, power analysis, and sensor validation.Support engineers in integrating and validating new PCB designs and embedded systems.

Job DescriptionJoin our innovative team at fauna-robotics as a Robotics and AI Motor Control Scientist. In this exciting role, you will be at the forefront of developing advanced machine learning algorithms tailored for motor control systems within humanoid robots. Your primary focus will be on crafting and fine-tuning intelligent motor control strategies that empower robots to execute intricate, whole-body tasks. Your expertise will play a crucial role in propelling the field of robotics forward by facilitating seamless, dependable, and safe interactions between robots and their surroundings.Applicants are encouraged to submit a portfolio showcasing academic research or industry projects that highlight work in robotic motor control or reinforcement learning applications.

Job OverviewJoin our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. In this pivotal position, you will be instrumental in the design, optimization, and maintenance of embedded systems that drive our advanced humanoid robots. Your expertise will encompass working with real-time operating systems (RTOS), low-level firmware, and communication protocols, ensuring precise motor control, seamless sensor integration, and exceptional system performance.Key ResponsibilitiesEmbedded Systems Development: Craft and uphold firmware for robotic control platforms, prioritizing reliability and efficiency.RTOS Engineering: Design, implement, and fine-tune software for real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, ThreadX, or Zephyr.Network Protocols: Develop and execute communication protocols over CAN and RS485 for motor control, sensor data gathering, and power management.System Performance Analysis: Assess and enhance system performance, focusing on timing, resource utilization, and latency. Proficient in scripting languages like Python for automated testing and data analysis.Collaboration: Partner with hardware and robotics engineers to integrate sensors, actuators, and power systems seamlessly.Debugging Expertise: Identify and rectify hardware and software issues utilizing advanced debugging techniques.Documentation: Produce clear and concise documentation for firmware designs, APIs, and testing processes.

Join Our Team as a Machine Learning Infrastructure EngineerAt Fauna Robotics, we are on the forefront of revolutionizing robotics through cutting-edge machine learning technologies. As a Machine Learning Infrastructure Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in constructing and enhancing the machine learning systems that drive our innovative robotic solutions. Your expertise will be essential in designing, managing, and optimizing the infrastructure required for training, evaluating, and deploying ML models that facilitate robot locomotion, perception, manipulation, navigation, and interaction with humans.This position is an exciting opportunity to work at the convergence of machine learning and systems engineering, ensuring that our ML training and deployment systems are resilient, efficient, and scalable as we transition from prototypes to fully functional production systems.

About Gecko RoboticsAt Gecko Robotics, we empower the world's leading organizations to enhance the reliability, sustainability, and availability of their critical infrastructure. Our innovative solutions integrate wall-climbing robots, state-of-the-art sensors, and an AI-driven data platform to provide clients with unparalleled insights into the health of their physical assets. This facilitates real-time decision-making, boosts operational efficiency and safety, and helps protect our environment from the repercussions of infrastructure failures.Position OverviewWe are on the lookout for a dynamic Technical Recruiter to join our team and support our scaling efforts. Our recruiting team is comprised of passionate professionals dedicated to advancing not only Gecko Robotics but also the recruiting landscape. This role presents a rare opportunity to be an integral part of a high-growth startup, where you will have the chance to shape, define, and oversee the complete recruitment cycle and strategy. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to develop essential processes aimed at expanding their teams, acting as a subject matter expert and strategic partner. Your strong sourcing abilities and proven track record in managing a robust pipeline of qualified candidates are critical. While you excel in collaboration, you also relish the autonomy to innovate and create effective strategies to attract and secure top talent. The ideal candidate will be comfortable navigating both strategic and operational aspects of recruiting. This position is based in our New York City office.

Job DescriptionJoin our innovative team at Fauna Robotics as a Forward Deployed Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will directly engage with customers and deployment sites, ensuring our robotic solutions excel in real-world scenarios. You will act as the essential technical liaison between our engineering teams and clients, deploying robots, troubleshooting hardware and software challenges on-site, and relaying valuable insights back to improve our offerings.This position is perfect for dynamic problem solvers who thrive in hands-on environments. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing various issues that may arise, from software configurations to hardware malfunctions, and performing field repairs, including soldering and component replacements. Experience the impact of our technology beyond the lab, contributing significantly to its refinement and growth.

OverviewAt bettermoney, we are pioneering the future of stablecoin integration into everyday payments. Our mission is to create a stablecoin clearinghouse that enables seamless transactions, transforming stablecoins into a reliable form of currency rather than mere trading assets. We are in search of a Platform Engineer who has a passion for precision and performance. Join us in enhancing our testing framework to accelerate development while ensuring reliability. Your insights on improving efficiency will help us develop internal tools, development infrastructure, and automation, enabling our compact team to operate with the efficiency of a larger organization.About UsAt bettermoney, we are firm believers in the potential of stablecoins as the foundation for superior payment solutions. We recognize significant structural challenges that impede stablecoin adoption, and we are committed to addressing these issues, starting with our innovative clearinghouse. Based in New York City, our dynamic team has successfully secured $10M in funding from a16z Crypto and other esteemed partners, and we are on a mission to revolutionize currency.Your RoleTake ownership of the test harness for our foundational systems, focusing on integration tests, formal verification, and chaos testing for our ledger, netting algorithm, money transfers, and payment prioritization.Establish correctness assurances that empower the team to deliver faster. By proving accuracy, we can advance with confidence.Design and implement internal tools that enhance our productivity exponentially.Manage CI/CD pipelines, development environments, and deployment infrastructure to streamline the transition from code to production in a safe and efficient manner.Implement observability features such as logging, tracing, and alerting, enabling us to identify issues proactively before our customers notice.And, of course, handle the dishes.Who We SeekA minimum of 3 years of experience in platform engineering, developer tooling, infrastructure, or reliability engineering.Proven experience in developing testing infrastructure for systems where correctness is paramount, such as payments, trading, or ledgers.Familiarity with formal verification, property-based testing, or chaos engineering is highly desirable.A strong vision for what effective internal tooling should encompass, demonstrated by your proactive development efforts.Comfortable navigating ambiguity, viewing it as an opportunity for ownership and innovation.Our Core ValuesChallenge the status quo - we refuse to accept a payment process that takes days and incurs excessive costs.

At Trunk Tools, we are at the forefront of transforming the construction industry through cutting-edge AI technology. Recently, we secured a $40 million Series B funding led by Insight Partners, bringing our total funding to $70 million from distinguished investors such as Redpoint and Innovation Endeavors. This funding is propelling our expansion as we deploy AI agents across various job sites.Our mission is to redefine the future of construction with intelligent automation. With the construction sector valued at over $13 trillion, many of its processes remain outdated and analog. We are dedicated to revolutionizing this landscape by seamlessly integrating AI into everyday field operations.Founded by industry veterans and technologists from Stanford and MIT, our team has successfully delivered software solutions to over 140,000 field professionals, positively impacting millions and contributing to more than $10 billion in completed projects. Our collective experience from the field equips us with a profound understanding of the industry's unique challenges.Having developed the foundational AI systems for construction, we are now ready to launch production-grade AI agents, beginning with intelligent document processing and Q&A capabilities, while swiftly expanding into essential operational workflows. With a team that has doubled in size over the past year to 65+ employees (including over 25 engineers), we are entering an exciting phase of rapid growth. This is a unique opportunity to join us at a pivotal moment.The Founding Platform LeaderRole MissionAs our inaugural Platform leader, you will elevate our infrastructure from a collection of improvised solutions to a robust, scalable Internal Developer Platform (IDP). You will be actively involved in validating core systems while simultaneously building a strong platform team with top-tier SRE, DevOps, and platform engineering talent. Your role will not only involve building a platform but also shaping an organization capable of supporting hundreds of engineers and millions of concurrent users.Key ResponsibilitiesPlatform-as-a-Product: Treat the platform as an internal product, engaging in user research with our product teams to prioritize development roadmaps.Environments & Data: Ensure the provision of reliable and stable development environments and consistent staging data for teams.FinOps & Governance: Assume full P&L responsibility for cloud expenditures, optimizing our multi-million dollar annual budget while maintaining performance standards.Greenfield Architecture: Design and implement the "Paved Road" for our engineering organization, focusing on scalable solutions.

About UsAt Gecko Robotics, we empower organizations worldwide to maintain the reliability and sustainability of their critical infrastructure. Our innovative solutions integrate wall-climbing robots, cutting-edge sensors, and an AI-driven data platform, providing clients with unprecedented insights into the health of their physical assets. This capability facilitates real-time decision-making, enhances operational efficiency and safety, and safeguards the environment and society from infrastructure failures.Position OverviewAs an IT Engineer at Gecko, you will serve as a vital technical partner, delivering enterprise infrastructure and user technology services throughout the organization. Your responsibilities will encompass the design, implementation, and management of software and hardware technologies that enable our team to rapidly deliver transformative products and services to our clients. You will act as the primary point of contact for IT support, building relationships with stakeholders while driving automation solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide outstanding deskside and remote support to Gecko employees.Maintain all standard technology services, including audiovisual and meeting room technology.Proactively manage IT support requests and problem tickets, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution, while documenting incidents in Jira for accurate tracking.Handle escalations and coordinate with third-party vendors to guarantee high-quality operational services.Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, including user account management and asset tracking.Assist with the deployment of new hardware and software solutions to end-users.Manage and maintain software infrastructure such as Okta, Google Workspace, and Slack.Contribute to the Service Desk knowledge base and maintain documentation.Support IT compliance activities, ensuring adherence to global standards while educating colleagues on IT services, policies, and security best practices.Be available for occasional out-of-hours support as needed.Assist in the technical setup of new offices, which may require travel.Develop automation solutions to streamline processes.

About Gecko RoboticsAt Gecko Robotics, we empower critical infrastructure across the globe, ensuring its availability, reliability, and sustainability. Our innovative solutions integrate advanced wall-climbing robots, top-tier sensors, and an AI-driven data platform, offering clients unparalleled insights into the health of their assets. This fusion of technology facilitates real-time decision-making, enhances operational efficiency and safety, and safeguards both the environment and society against infrastructure failures.Role OverviewAs a Forward Deployed Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of our mission, directly engaging with customers to identify and tackle significant challenges. Rather than merely providing support, you will be a driving force in developing solutions that address complex issues across various domains, including cash flow, production, safety, and environmental impact. You will take ownership of the problem-solving process from inception to execution, ultimately contributing to the scalability of Gecko’s platforms.Your ResponsibilitiesIdentify and Solve Critical Problems: Collaborate closely with clients to uncover high-impact challenges, innovate solutions, and relentlessly pursue meaningful outcomes.Foster Growth: Embrace the complexities of the challenges we face, engage in continuous learning, and thrive in an environment dedicated to personal and professional growth.Technologies We LeveragePython, Javascript, ReactGoogle Cloud, Amazon Web Services