Last updated: 2025-05-22

30 Robotics Software Engineer jobs in Los Angeles.

Hiring now: Ev Drivability Developmen @ Hyundai Mo, Systems Engr Body Infotai @ Harbinger , Guidance Navigation Contr @ Reflect Or, Sr Software Engr Flight S @ Spacex, Software Engr Robotic Sys @ Freeform, Principal Software Engr @ Mach Indus, Autonomy Engr @ Applied In, Staff Platform Engr Core @ Relativity, Sr Gnc Engr @ True Anoma, Software Engr Embedded Op @ Snap.Explore more at at kaamvaam.com

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software development (5) C++ (5) Rust (4) robotics (4) data analysis (3) simulation (3) attitude determination (3) Python (3) automation (3) machine learning (3)

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Los Angeles (11) Hawthorne (8) Long Beach (6) Garden Grove (2) Chino (1) Huntington Beach (1) Irvine (1)
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Hyundai Motor Company

EV Drivability Development Engineer II Chino
Skills & Focus: drivability, performance calibration, EV, FCEV, EREV, automotive testing, calibration, controls development, Matlab, data analysis
Experience: 4 - 8 years

Harbinger Motors Inc.

Systems Engineer, Body & Infotainment Garden Grove
Skills & Focus: systems engineering, requirements management, automotive, user interface design, infotainment, product roadmap, cross-functional teams, usability, performance, regulatory compliance
About the Company: Harbinger Motors Inc. is a Southern California-based electric vehicle manufacturer on a mission to transform the automotive and transportation industries, brin…
Experience: 5-7 years
Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 USD
Type: Full-time
Benefits: 100% Comprehensive Health Coverage, early-stage stock options, flexible PTO, vacation stipend, paid lunches and dinners.
Software Engineer, Firmware Garden Grove
Skills & Focus: Firmware Development, Motor Control Algorithms, Field-Oriented Control, Vector Control, Direct Torque Control, Performance Optimization, Testing & Validation, Integration & Debugging, Documentation, Embedded Systems
About the Company: Harbinger Motors Inc. is a Southern California-based electric vehicle manufacturer on a mission to transform the automotive and transportation industries, brin…
Experience: 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development
Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 USD
Type: Full-time
Benefits: 100% Comprehensive Health Coverage, early-stage stock options, flexible PTO, annual vacation stipend, paid lunches and …

Reflect Orbital

Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer Hawthorne
Skills & Focus: GNC Engineer, simulation, vehicle dynamics modeling, orbital dynamics modeling, controller design, attitude determination, trajectory analysis, vehicle architecture, prototyping, spacecraft
About the Company: Reflect Orbital’s success will hinge on our team, which is why our compensation and benefits plan is designed to reward our employees and support their familie…
Experience: A wide range of seniority/experience levels are welcome to apply for this role.
Salary: $140K – $200K
Type: Full time
Benefits: Broad choice of medical/dental/vision coverage, Reflect covers 100% of each base-policy; Access to HSA, FSA, 401K, and …

Spacex

SR. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SOFTWARE (STARSHIP) Hawthorne
Skills & Focus: autonomous software systems, simulations, software development, C++, Python, Rust, real-time embedded systems, fault tolerant software, debugging, performance optimization
About the Company: SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today Spa…
Experience: 4+ years of experience in software development; or 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
Salary: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00/per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short and long-term disability insurance; l…
SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SOFTWARE (STARSHIP) Hawthorne
Skills & Focus: software development, C++, Rust, real-time embedded systems, distributed computing systems, software engineering, autonomous software systems, simulation, system design, collaborative engineering
About the Company: SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today Spa…
Experience: 2+ years of professional software development experience or a degree in a relevant field
Salary: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, long-term incentives, paid vaca…
NDE Engineer (Starship) Hawthorne
Skills & Focus: NDE inspection systems, data analysis, automation, project management, statistical modeling, machine learning, hardware development, software development, problem-solving tools, multitask management
About the Company: SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today Spa…
Experience: 3+ years of hands-on technical engineering experience
Salary: $95,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short and long-term disability insurance; l…

Freeform

Software Engineer (Robotic Systems) Hawthorne
Skills & Focus: 3D printing, software, automation, robotics, industrial systems, hardware control, data acquisition, computer vision, real-time systems, FPGA
About the Company: Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world, bringing the scalability of software to physical production. O…
Experience: Internship experience in real-time embedded system design
Salary: $100,000-$145,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Significant stock option packages, 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Traditiona…

Spacex

GNC Engineer (Starship) Hawthorne
Skills & Focus: guidance, navigation, control systems, launch vehicle, trajectories, dynamics simulation, performance dispersions, flight stability, testing, algorithm
About the Company: SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today Spa…
Experience: 2+ years of professional experience in control systems, orbital mechanics, classical dynamics, aerodynamics, sensors and actuators, modeling and simulation.
Salary: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term dis…

Freeform

Senior Software Engineer (Embedded) Hawthorne
Skills & Focus: embedded software, 3D printing, C/C++, Rust, real-time systems, Linux, object-oriented programming, data acquisition, automation, machine instruction interface
About the Company: Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world, bringing the scalability of software to physical production. O…
Experience: 5+ years in software development using C/C++ and/or Rust
Salary: $140,000-$250,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Significant stock option packages, 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Traditiona…

Reflect Orbital

Constellation Dynamics Engineer Hawthorne
Skills & Focus: physics simulations, orbital dynamics, spacecraft GNC, simulation development, multi-dimensional optimizations, constellation design, spacecraft constellation, novel orbital challenges, performance insights, complex simulations
About the Company: Reflect Orbital’s success will hinge on our team, which is why our compensation and benefits plan is designed to reward our employees and support their familie…
Salary: $140K – $200K
Type: Full time
Benefits: Broad choice of medical/dental/vision coverage, Reflect covers 100% of each base-policy; Access to HSA, FSA, 401K, and …

Mach Industries

Principal Software Engineer Huntington Beach
Skills & Focus: software engineering, autonomous defense platforms, cybersecurity, real-time performance, embedded systems, AI/ML-driven autonomy, sensor fusion, high-performance software, mission-critical systems, simulation environments
About the Company: Mach is a defense manufacturing company that builds munitions to help the United States win future wars. Backed by $85M in funding from top venture firms, our …
Experience: 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on mission-critical systems, autonomous platforms, or defense applications.
Salary: Competitive Compensation Package, salary range based on experience
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Platinum Healthcare Coverage, generous time off, company-provided meals, 401(k) plan with a 5% match, relocation assist…

Applied Intuition

Autonomy Engineer Irvine
Skills & Focus: autonomous systems, software development, robotic autonomy, military missions, tactical autonomy, uncrewed aerial systems, Python programming, sensor processing, machine learning, control theory
About the Company: Applied Intuition is a vehicle software supplier that accelerates the adoption of safe and intelligent machines worldwide. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition d…
Experience: 6+ years of hands-on experience developing software for autonomous robotic systems
Salary: $120,000 to $180,000 USD annually
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Base salary, equity, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement bene…

Relativity Space

Staff Platform Engineer (Core) Long Beach
Skills & Focus: Linux software, real-time operating systems, industrial robotics, autonomous systems, sensor data processing, robotic print cell, C/C++, Rust, build system configuration, robot motion planning
About the Company: At Relativity Space, we have two audacious goals: to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading force in addi…
Experience: 5+ years experience developing large-scale projects in C/C++ and/or Rust for long lifecycle products
Senior Software Engineer - Robotics and Additive Manufacturing Long Beach
Skills & Focus: software, robotics, additive manufacturing, autonomy, simulation, machine learning, robotics hardware, perception, thermal systems, system orchestration
About the Company: Relativity Space is a pioneering aerospace company that aims to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading fo…
Control and Guidance Engineer Long Beach
Skills & Focus: control and guidance solutions, vehicle controllability, flight software, navigation solutions, C++, Python, Navigation for launch vehicles, technical leadership role, fault tolerant navigation systems, IMU/GPS and Kalman Filtering
About the Company: At Relativity Space, we have two audacious goals: to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading force in addi…
Experience: 5+ years of experience working on GNC solutions in aerospace
Salary: $159,000 - $204,000 USD
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development…

True Anomaly

Senior GNC Engineer Long Beach
Skills & Focus: GNC algorithms, spacecraft, attitude determination, control systems, C++, Matlab, Simulink, orbital maneuvering, state estimation, fault management
About the Company: True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commerci…
Experience: 6+ years experience developing and/or producing GNC systems for space applications
Salary: California Base Salary: $135,000-180,000; Colorado Base Salary: $125,000-175,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
Future Engineering Opportunities Long Beach
Skills & Focus: Software Engineering, Space Operations, Mission Planning, Applied Algorithms, AI, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Autonomy, Sensor Fusion, Electronics
About the Company: True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commerci…
Experience: Experience with spacecraft, aerospace, automotive, aviation, and consumer electronics
Benefits: Competitive salary and equity opportunities, Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible work arrangem…

Snap Inc.

Software Engineer, Embedded Open XR Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: embedded software development, OpenXR, WebXR, software solutions, design reviews, code review, debugging, Linux, C/C++, augmented reality
About the Company: Snap Inc is a technology company that believes the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to…
Experience: 3+ years of experience in embedded software development
Salary: Base salary range is $157,000-$235,000 annually (Zone A), $149,000-$223,000 annually (Zone B), $133,000-$200,000 annually (Zone C).
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation pac…

Machina Labs

Robotics Software Engineer Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: robotics, manufacturing automation, software-defined factories, AI, robotic systems, real-time optimization, closed-loop control, sensors integration, team collaboration, modular solutions
About the Company: Machina Labs, founded in 2019 by aerospace and auto industry veterans, is an intelligent manufacturing company based in Los Angeles, California. Enabled by adv…
Type: Full-time

Helm.Ai

AV Driver (Contract) Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: mapping, video recording, autonomous vehicles, night driving, vehicle operation, data management, safety protocols, ADAS, data storage, long hours
About the Company: Helm.ai builds AI software for autonomous driving and robotics, focusing on efficiency and safety for automotive applications.
Experience: Driving experience in a commercial field such as Uber, Lyft, delivery, or similar
Type: Contract
Benefits: Lodging & Per Diem provided for the entire duration of the project

Quantumscape Corporation

Principal Controls Engineer Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: automation systems, PLC programming, 6-axis robotics, motion control systems, industrial communication protocols, safety standards, SCADA systems, CAD software, machine vision systems, project leadership
About the Company: QuantumScape is on a mission to transform energy storage with solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. The company’s next-generation batteries are designe…
Experience: At least 10 years of hands-on experience
Salary: $194,200 to $310,800
Type: On-site
Benefits: Employee paid health care, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), annual bonus, and RSU/Equity package.

Yondu

Robot Fleet Engineer Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: teleoperation, data collection, robots, fleet management, teleoperation units, user interfaces, Bash scripting, Python, electronics, UI Design
About the Company: Yondu is a startup deploying robots to solve labor intensive problems in retail and 3PL services. We are first addressing batch picking for order fulfillment b…
Experience: 1+ years
Salary: $60K - $100K / 0.05% - 0.50%
Type: Full-time

Apex Technology, Inc.

Spacecraft GNC Engineer (Mid) Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: GNC algorithms, satellite systems, attitude determination, orbit determination, control theory, spacecraft dynamics, numerical simulation, software integration, system testing, problem-solving
About the Company: Apex manufactures satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing.
Experience: 3-6 years of professional experience as a GNC Engineer, preferably in the satellite or aerospace industry.
Salary: $125,000 - $155,000 a year
Type: Full-Time
Benefits: Shared upside: receive equity in Apex, best-in-class healthcare, dental, vision plans, comprehensive PTO package, compe…

Zoox

Team Lead, L3 Vehicle Operations (2nd Shift) Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: operations, autonomous mobility, leadership, team management, collaboration, problem solving, safety, communication, vehicle operations, cross-functional
About the Company: Zoox has embarked on a highly ambitious journey to develop an autonomous mobility solution built from the ground up.
Experience: 7+ years of professional work experience in a cross-functional operations and product-based environment; 2+ years of people leadership experience
Salary: $95,000 to $153,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: paid time off (e.g., sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, …

Hermeus

Senior Flight Software Engineer Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: hypersonic aircraft, software development, hardware integration, systems engineering, iterative development, turbojet-ramjet engine, uncrewed aircraft, aircraft systems, flight software, aerospace technology
About the Company: Hermeus is an aerospace and defense technology company founded to radically accelerate air travel by delivering hypersonic aircraft. The company aims to develo…
Experience: highly motivated and experienced

Terry Soot Management Group (Tsmg)

Autonomous Vehicle Test Operator Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: autonomous vehicle, self-driving vehicle, data collection, operating, evaluating, ride hail service, feedback, features counting, field data, team collaboration
About the Company: Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG) is a field data collection company founded in 2017 in Europe. We collect data where automation is not possible. We count fea…

Deep Sky

Software Engineer Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: Software Engineer, backend, data pipeline, data analysis, sensors, actuators, control systems, digital twin, engineering challenges, climate tech
About the Company: Deep Sky is on a mission to accelerate the world's transition to carbon removal by developing and operating direct air capture (DAC) facilities. Our state-of-t…

Freeform

Senior Software Engineer (C++) Los Angeles
Skills & Focus: Software Development, C++, Linux, 3D Printing, Data Acquisition, Machine Learning, Automation Systems, Embedded Systems, Control Algorithms, Telemetry
About the Company: Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world, bringing the scalability of software to physical production.
Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in software development
Salary: $140,000-$250,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Significant stock option packages, 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Traditiona…