Figure AI

Manufacturing Software Test Engineer

Figure AI · San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA $130K–$300K Posted 2026-10-06
Salary
$130K–$300K
Type
Full-time
Experience
5+ yr

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 headquartered in San Jose, CA.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Software Test Engineer to write, troubleshoot, and maintain our end of line software for programming, calibrating, and verifying subassemblies.

Responsibilities:

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Implement improvements to our existing end of line automation software.

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Use results from full subassembly validation campaigns to write automation tests for new hardware from scratch.

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Spend time on the manufacturing line understanding and responding to key pain points, including troubleshooting failures, improving visibility and debuggability, and increasing test coverage to catch downstream issues.

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Develop user-friendly GUI screens for production technicians to operate.

Requirements:

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5+ years of industry experience.

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Strong proficiency in writing Python and C++ for interfacing with real hardware including actuators, sensors, relays, etc.

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Experience with common embedded stacks: Debian Linux, Ethernet, USB, SPI, UART, SCPI.

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Capable of reading and interpreting electronic circuit diagrams and integrating sensors and actuators.

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Strong understanding of best practices in software engineering.

Bonus Qualifications:

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Bachelor’s or higher degree in Software, Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineering.

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Manufacturing software experience.

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Previous work on mobile robots.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $130,000 and $300,000 annually.

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.

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This role’s midpoint $215K vs. market median $180K for Engineering roles
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Figure AI

Figure AI

Robotics · Series C · San Jose, USA

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Series C · $39B
Key Investors
Microsoft, Brookfield Asset Management, ARK Invest
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Figure AI develops autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots designed to address labor shortages and assist in unsafe working environments. The company focuses on integrating artificial intelligence with advanced robotics for commercial and industrial applications.
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