Let’s get started
By clicking ‘Next’, I agree to the Terms of Service
and Privacy Policy, and consent to receive emails from Rise
Jobs / Job page
Sr Software Engineer, Test image - Rise Careers
Job details

Sr Software Engineer, Test

Join us to reimagine the future of human-robot interaction.

Collaborative Robotics is a team of innovators and builders redefining the future of human-robot interaction. We are working to realize a world where robots are a trusted extension of your surroundings. They work, adapt, and react around you. Not the other way around.

Are you excited by the challenge of validating a sophisticated robotic system across hardware and software boundaries? Do you enjoy designing rigorous test systems that push the limits of integration, reliability, and performance?

We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer in Test to join our robotics team and ensure our robots perform flawlessly in the real world. In this role, you’ll build test infrastructure, develop system-level test plans, and lead validation efforts that span firmware, embedded control, high-level autonomy, and the mechanical system itself.

This role is located at our Santa Clara, CA headquarters. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement test frameworks and infrastructure for validating complex robotic systems.

  • Develop automated test suites across software and hardware integration points.

  • Create system-level validation plans for robot behavior, performance, and reliability.

  • Investigate, debug, and triage hardware and software issues — from low-level interfaces to high-level autonomy stack.

  • Build and extend simulation-based and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test environments.

  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams across embedded software, perception, controls, and mechanical/electrical domains.

  • Contribute to internal tools for test automation, diagnostics, and log analysis.

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field.

  • 5+ years of experience in software and/or systems testing, ideally in robotics, hardware-focused automation, or embedded systems.

  • Proficiency in object oriented Python for test development and scripting or equivalent.

  • Experience validating systems that integrate software and electromechanical components.

  • Experience designing and running automated test pipelines such as CI. 

  • Understanding of Linux-based development environments and common debugging tools.

  • Highly motivated teammate with excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Enjoy working in a fast paced, collaborative and dynamic start-up environment as part of a small team.

  • Willing to occasionally travel.

  • Must have and maintain US work authorization.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with simulation frameworks (e.g., Gazebo, Webots, Isaac Sim).

  • Experience with C++. 

  • Familiarity with robot middleware such as ROS/ROS2.

  • Familiarity with hardware communication protocols (EtherCAT, CAN, SPI, I2C).

  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with engineering teams to drive root cause analysis and quality improvements.

  • Experience developing or maintaining telemetry/logging infrastructure for test analysis.

  • Exposure to safety-related testing practices or certification processes (e.g., fault injection, redundancy validation).

The base salary range for this position is $180,000-$215,000 plus equity and comprehensive benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and experience level. The range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the noted geographic area. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Collaborative Robotics is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Collaborative Robotics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let your recruiter know.

To all recruitment agencies: Collaborative Robotics does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our employees. Collaborative Robotics is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Collaborative Robotics Glassdoor Company Review
No rating Glassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star icon
Collaborative Robotics DE&I Review
No rating Glassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star icon
CEO of Collaborative Robotics
Collaborative Robotics CEO photo
Unknown name
Approve of CEO

Average salary estimate

$197500 / YEARLY (est.)
min
max
$180000K
$215000K

If an employer mentions a salary or salary range on their job, we display it as an "Employer Estimate". If a job has no salary data, Rise displays an estimate if available.

Similar Jobs
Photo of the Rise User
Posted 12 days ago

Experienced Senior Software Developer needed to drive innovative, secure microservices development leveraging Web3 technology at Via.

Photo of the Rise User
Posted 12 days ago

Drive technical excellence and innovation as a Staff Full Stack Engineer at LILT, developing cutting-edge machine translation platforms for global customers.

Photo of the Rise User
Posted 13 days ago

Senior Software Engineer role at Hike Medical to architect and optimize scalable AI-driven healthcare solutions in a dynamic Boston-based company.

Posted 6 days ago

Crogl invites experienced engineers to join as Forward Deployed Engineer focused on advancing security operations for US government clients through AI-powered solutions.

Photo of the Rise User

Sana is looking for a Senior Software Engineer skilled in AI/ML to design and deploy scalable AI systems that streamline healthcare for small businesses.

Lead software engineering efforts in financial payments technology at PNC, guiding teams and developing innovative solutions with modern technologies.

Photo of the Rise User
Meta Hybrid Redmond, Washington, United States
Posted 11 days ago
Inclusive & Diverse
Rise from Within
Mission Driven
Diversity of Opinions
Work/Life Harmony
Take Risks
Collaboration over Competition
Fast-Paced
Growth & Learning
Transparent & Candid
Feedback Forward
Dare to be Different
Medical Insurance
Paid Time-Off
Maternity Leave
Mental Health Resources
Equity
Paternity Leave
Flex-Friendly
Snacks
Social Gatherings
Company Retreats
Fitness Stipend
Paid Holidays
Summer Fridays
Work Visa Sponsorship
Bias Training
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance

An opportunity to engineer state-of-the-art AI-driven robotic systems at Meta to pioneer new ways people connect globally.

Photo of the Rise User

Experienced Senior Software Engineer needed at Palo Alto Networks to build innovative DevOps tools and platforms that enhance operational productivity and security.

Photo of the Rise User
Kemper Hybrid Downers Grove, Illinois
Posted 11 days ago

Kemper is looking for an experienced Senior Full Stack Developer to build robust and scalable customer-facing insurance applications.

Photo of the Rise User
Posted 4 days ago
Transparent & Candid
Growth & Learning
Inclusive & Diverse
Empathetic
Collaboration over Competition
Feedback Forward
401K Matching
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
Paid Sick Days
Paid Time-Off
Disability Insurance
Life insurance
Learning & Development

Teleport is hiring a Senior Backend Software Engineer in Oakland for hybrid work to develop secure, scalable access infrastructure used by leading global companies.

Join Truelogic as a Junior Back-end Perl Engineer to develop scalable backend systems remotely while growing your skills in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Photo of the Rise User
Posted 4 days ago

Full Stack Software Engineer role at Miter to lead complex technical products with a hybrid work model in San Francisco.

Photo of the Rise User

Lead backend development at Visa, innovating scalable payment technologies as part of a dynamic hybrid team.

MATCH
Calculating your matching score...
FUNDING
SENIORITY LEVEL REQUIREMENT
TEAM SIZE
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time, onsite
DATE POSTED
May 7, 2025

Subscribe to Rise newsletter

Risa star 🔮 Hi, I'm Risa! Your AI
Career Copilot
Want to see a list of jobs tailored to
you, just ask me below!