Full-Time

Robotics Software QA Engineer

Posted on 9/11/2024

Machina Labs

Machina Labs

51-200 employees

Advanced manufacturing with robotics and AI

Robotics & Automation
Industrial & Manufacturing
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$120k - $160kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
QA & Testing
Mechanical Engineering
Automation Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
gRPC
Python
JavaScript
Software Testing
Git
Node.js
REST APIs
C/C++

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Robotics, Automation, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in quality control or software testing, with a focus on multi-stack environments.
  • Strong knowledge of Python, ROS2, TwinCAT, JavaScript, Node.js, and Protocol Buffers (protos).
  • Experience with unit testing frameworks, system testing methodologies, and test automation tools.
  • Familiarity with robotic systems, embedded platforms, and integration testing.
  • Experience testing APIs, including RESTful APIs, WebSocket communication, and specialized protocols such as gRPC.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and automated testing suites.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure quality across multiple technology stacks (C++ (modern), Python, ROS2, TwinCAT, JavaScript, Node.js, Protocol Buffers).
  • Design, implement, and maintain unit tests, system tests, and functionality tests for complex robotic systems.
  • Collaborate with software engineers, roboticists, and automation specialists to identify and resolve bugs early in the development process.
  • Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks to streamline and scale the testing process.
  • Conduct rigorous testing of the robotic platform, including software-hardware integration, performance, safety, and reliability testing.
  • API/communication layer testing: Ensure thorough testing of APIs, including general REST APIs, WebSocket, and specialized communication protocols such as gRPC and Protocol Buffers (protos) to validate communication between services in distributed systems.
  • Analyze test results, generate reports, and ensure continuous improvement in the development pipeline.
  • Track and manage defects, provide detailed documentation, and work closely with teams to resolve issues.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for robotics, automation, and software development.
  • Support post-release testing and continuous monitoring for delivered products.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud environments.
  • Knowledge of safety-critical system testing.
  • Familiarity with hardware testing, sensor calibration, and robot control systems.

Machina Labs enhances the manufacturing industry by integrating advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to significantly speed up production and design processes. Their technology allows clients, particularly in aerospace and defense, to reduce manufacturing time from months to days, enabling quicker development and deployment of equipment. The company also serves heavy equipment manufacturers across various sectors, providing durable and cost-effective sheet metal products. Machina Labs aims to transform traditional manufacturing by improving efficiency and product quality for its clients.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$47M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Secured $32 million in Series B funding for AI-driven manufacturing development.
  • Expanded with a 60,000-square-foot warehouse, increasing production capacity.
  • Appointed Ronen Lebi as Chief Business Officer to enhance market reach.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-driven manufacturing startups may erode market share.
  • Rapid AI advancements require costly updates to maintain competitiveness.
  • Reliance on government contracts exposes them to potential budget cuts.

What makes Machina Labs unique

  • Machina Labs integrates AI and robotics for rapid metal forming and fabrication.
  • Their Deployable System offers on-site manufacturing for hard-to-source aircraft parts.
  • They focus on software-defined factories, revolutionizing traditional manufacturing processes.

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