Robotic Engineer

Kickmaker is a high-tech product design and industrialization agency. We support our customers from prototype to production run in our main vertical markets (medical, new mobility, electrification, agrotech, robotics, IoT, and consumer devices) and our cross-disciplinary skills (embedded AI, high-tech manufacturing automation, eco-design, industrial design, and Web 3.0 for the economy of functionality). We're evolving with a real maker culture! Passion, excitement, and kindness are the pillars of KICKMAKER.

About the role

The role involves designing, developing, and implementing robotic systems and algorithms, contributing to the full lifecycle of our products—from concept to deployment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test robotic systems and components
• Develop and optimize control algorithms, perception systems, and navigation strategies
• Integrate hardware and software components for autonomous or semi-autonomous systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers
• Conduct simulations and real-world testing to validate system performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in development and production environments
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in robotics and AI

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in robotics or automation (industry is preferred)
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or C++
• Experience with ROS/ROS2
• Knowledge of control systems, computer vision, and sensor integration
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as MATLAB
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Location

Austin, TX

Pay

Base Salary: $140,000 to $170,000/year

Your adventure at Kickmaker

At Kickmaker you’ll work on 5-10 projects annually, choosing from a wide range of industries: from robotics, medical devices, fitness tech, and automotive, to micro-mobility, beauty tech, sports exoskeletons, and AI-driven hardware. Your path evolves with your curiosity: we help you grow where your professional ambitions and personal passions meet, always connected to the latest tech breakthroughs.

Benefits

• Health and dental coverage
• Paid time off and 5 sick days for rest and renewal
• 401(k) plan to invest in your future

Our Culture & Spirit

Kickmaker is built by innovators, for innovators. Across our 7 offices we give you the tools to make your ideas happen. Our vision is simple: build a space where innovators can explore, experiment, and push boundaries together. If you’re curious about our spirit and way of working, check out this short video where Leonardo da Vinci “visits” Kickmaker.