Software Integration Engineer

<p>Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration. It’s time to build.</p> <p>We’re looking for a <strong>Software Integration Engineer</strong> to join our <strong>Systems Integration Team</strong> — the bridge between AI, Controls, Firmware, and Hardware. The team ensures that all components work cohesively toward a unified, high-performing robotic system.</p> <p>This is a fast-paced, high-impact role focused on execution and iteration. You’ll own core software features end-to-end on our robotic stack, driving them from concept all the way through to delivery. You’ll blend software development, system-level problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the robot platform is stable, reliable, and ready for rapid AI development and evaluation. </p> <p>The ideal candidate is a <strong>multi-talented, hands-on engineer</strong> who thrives in ambiguity, learns quickly, and takes ownership of problems end-to-end. You’ll operate with a first-principles mindset, constantly finding ways to move the system forward and improve reliability, scalability, and performance across the fleet.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Become the go to expert for our robot through hands-on testing and issue triage.</li> <li>Collaborating with Platform Software, AI, Controls, and Manufacturing teams to resolve software and system bugs and drive architectural improvements that reduce pain points.</li> <li>Lead and own test plan definition for new software and firmware features.</li> <li>Collaborate with developers and manufacturing to improve firmware, diagnostics, and self-tests, using EoL data to speed up robot bring-up.</li> <li>Validate software before its released to our internal manufacturing and service teams; assist teams with bring-up and troubleshooting.</li> <li>Partner with the Test Infrastructure team to add high-signal automated tests and diagnostics that catch regressions early, improve system reliability.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong ability to debug complex hardware/software systems and identify targeted tests that accelerate regression isolation and root-cause analysis.</li> <li>Programming experience in C++ and Python.</li> <li>Experience integrating and validating complex software systems in robotics, mechatronic, or electric vehicle environments.</li> <li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field</li> <li>Self-sufficient with strong ownership mindset; able to manage multiple high-impact priorities</li> </ul> <p>The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $150,000 and $250,000 annually.</p> <p>The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended. </p>