# Robotics Software Engineer, Manipulation at Persona AI

- Company: Persona AI
- What the company does: Backed by 500 Global.
- Company website: https://personastudios.ai
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Pensacola, FL or Houston, TX
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2025-08-27
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/persona.ai/eead56c6-52d6-496a-9a93-13bcbd1e7636
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/persona-ai-robotics-software-engineer-manipulation/

## About the role

We're looking for exceptional people who dream big, thrive on challenges, and love seeing their designs come to life. We are primarily interested in candidates who have shipped products in the fields of autonomy, robotics, consumer products, medical devices, automotive, or aerospace. We also value advanced degrees and deep expertise.

## What they're looking for

- BS, MS, or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience (5+ with advanced degree) in robotics with a strong emphasis on control and manipulation of robotics/humanoid arms
- Strong background in motion planning, control theory, and optimization
- Demonstrated expertise in implementing advanced manipulation algorithms for tasks such as pick-and-place, bin picking, door opening, etc
- Proficiency in C++, Python, and relevant robotics libraries (e.g., MoveIt!, Drake, OpenRAVE)
- Experience with trajectory optimization libraries (e.g., IPOPT, SNOPT, qpOASES)

Tags: Persona AI