Full-Time

Operations Validation Engineer

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Figure

Figure

51-200 employees

Develops versatile humanoid robots for industries

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$140k - $220kAnnually

Senior

Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Requires 5 days/week in-office collaboration.

Category
QA & Testing
Quality Assurance
Requirements
  • 5+ years experience performing rigorous testing of complex electromechanical systems
  • Strong background in transitioning products from lab to real-world environments
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Degree in science or engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% for off-site integration and testing
Responsibilities
  • Define and execute test programs to ensure operational readiness for customer site deployment of our robot fleet
  • Document and close the loop on issues encountered during testing that impact operational readiness
  • Determine and communicate what changes are needed in the robotic system to increase up time and performance
  • Define, document, and train others on operational procedures for robot testing, shipment, and storage
  • Plan logistics for shipping robots and associated equipment to customer sites

Figure.ai develops humanoid robots designed for various tasks across multiple industries. Their main product, Figure 01, is a 5'6" tall, 60kg robot that can carry up to 20kg, run for 5 hours, and move at a speed of 1.2 meters per second. It is electric-powered and built to work in human-designed environments like manufacturing plants and warehouses. Unlike many competitors that focus on single-function robots, Figure.ai offers a versatile solution that can adapt to different tasks, making it a cost-effective option for industrial clients. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and reduce labor costs through automation, as demonstrated by their partnership with BMW Manufacturing to integrate their robots into production lines.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$830.7M

Headquarters

Sunnyvale, California

Founded

2022

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

50%

1 year growth

152%

2 year growth

290%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Enhanced AI in Figure 02 offers competitive edge with improved vision and inference.
  • OpenAI partnership boosts Figure's language and visual processing capabilities.
  • Successful BMW tests may lead to more industrial partnerships for Figure.

What critics are saying

  • Tesla's upcoming humanoid robots could challenge Figure's market position by 2026.
  • Nvidia's tools may help competitors catch up with Figure's advancements.
  • Rapid team expansion could lead to integration challenges and development delays.

What makes Figure unique

  • Figure 01 combines human agility with advanced AI for versatile applications.
  • Partnership with BMW highlights Figure's practical use in automotive production.
  • Figure 02's exoskeleton structure enhances its industrial utility and task efficiency.

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