Sr. Software Engineer - Mission Autonomy
TLDR
Build semantic scene graphs and LLM-driven autonomy to enable real-time planning and language-based robotic control.
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PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
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Advanced proficiency in Python programming, C++, ROS, Linux, Git
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5+ years experience with product level AI software (e.g. state machines, behavior trees)
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Ability to effectively and efficiently communicate with all teams
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Strong problem-solving skills and proven ability to navigate complex software systems
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Strong work ethic, highly self-motivated, and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities
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Proficiency in C++ programming
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Experience with simulation environments (e.g., Gazebo, Isaac Sim)
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Experience with LLM-based decision-making frameworks in robotic systems
Why Join Field AI?
We are solving one of the world’s most complex challenges: deploying robots in unstructured, previously unknown environments. Our Field Foundational Models™ set a new standard in perception, planning, localization, and manipulation, ensuring our approach is explainable and safe for deployment.
You will have the opportunity to work with a world-class team that thrives on creativity, resilience, and bold thinking. With a decade-long track record of deploying solutions in the field, winning DARPA challenge segments, and bringing expertise from organizations like DeepMind, NASA JPL, Boston Dynamics, NVIDIA, Amazon, Tesla Autopilot, Cruise Self-Driving, Zoox, Toyota Research Institute, and SpaceX, we are set to achieve our ambitious goals.
Be Part of the Next Robotics Revolution
To tackle such ambitious challenges, we need a team as unique as our vision — innovators who go beyond conventional methods and are eager to tackle tough, uncharted questions. We’re seeking individuals who challenge the status quo, dive into uncharted territory, and bring interdisciplinary expertise. Our team requires not only top AI talent but also exceptional software developers, engineers, product designers, field deployment experts, and communicators.
We are headquartered in always-sunny Irvine, Southern California and have US based and global teammates.
Join us, shape the future, and be part of a fun, close-knit team on an exciting journey!
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
FieldAI develops risk-aware, field-ready AI systems that transform how robots interact with the real world. Serving the robotics industry, we take a pragmatic approach that integrates cutting-edge research with practical deployment, addressing complex challenges and unlocking the potential of embodied intelligence.
- Employees
- 201-500 employees
- Industry
- Internet Software & Services
- Total raised
- $410M raised
- Last funding
- Raised February 2026