Boston Dynamics · 4 hours ago
Staff Electrical Test Engineer - Atlas Compute and Sensing
Boston Dynamics is a leading robotics company known for its advanced humanoid robots. As a Staff Electrical Test Engineer, you will develop and implement test plans for the Atlas robot's compute cores, design automated test fixtures, and lead troubleshooting efforts to ensure high-quality production standards.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive test plans for humanoid compute cores for validation, bring-up, and production environments
Design and maintain automated test fixtures and software for robust board-level diagnostics
Utilize Linux command-line tools and scripting (Python/Bash/etc.) to configure radios/networks/peripherals, execute tools, gather Linux stats, and automate testing
Lead troubleshooting efforts for PCBA failures, working with design engineers and suppliers to drive root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Define and optimize test procedures to improve efficiency, test coverage, and scalability in production
Collaborate with contract manufacturers to ensure consistent test coverage and quality control standards
Evaluate and integrate new test methodologies, tools, and equipment to enhance reliability and reduce cycle times
Document test procedures, results, and best practices to support sustained production scalability
Qualification
Required
5+ years of proficiency / experience testing and troubleshooting electronics with standard test equipment
Good Proficiency with Linux command line and computer networking concepts
Knowledge in a broad range of electronics including power and high speed communications
Knowledge of circuit board DfX and manufacturing test best practices
Competency with Python, LabView, and/or MATLAB
BS or MS (preferred) in Electrical Engineering or related field
Preferred
Proficiency in operating advanced RF test equipment (High-speed oscilloscopes, VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Anritsu MT8000A/MT8862)
Experience using WiFi and Cellular standards and protocols
Knowledge in a broad range of electronics, including power and high-speed communications
Experience using schematic capture and PCB layout software, preferably using Altium
Familiarity with low-level embedded firmware (C/C++)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid time off
Annual bonus structure
Company
Boston Dynamics
Boston Dynamics is an engineering company that specializes in building dynamic robots and software for human simulation.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$37MKey Investors
SoftBank
2020-12-09Acquired
2019-02-06Series Unknown· $37M
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