# Robotics Systems Engineer at Skild AI

- Company: Skild AI
- What the company does: Building general purpose robotic intelligence. Backed by General Catalyst, Lightspeed and Sequoia.
- Company website: https://www.skild.ai/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Mid level
- Location: San Mateo, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-11-04
- Apply by: 2026-12-19
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/skildai-careers/jobs/5473817008?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/skild-ai-robotics-systems-engineer/

## About the role

At Skild AI, we are building the world's first general purpose robotic intelligence that is robust and adapts to unseen scenarios without failing. We believe massive scale through data-driven machine learning is the key to unlocking these capabilities for the widespread deployment of robots within society. Our team consists of individuals with varying levels of experience and backgrounds, from new graduates to domain experts. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, mechatronics, or robotics hardware development
- Proficiency with Linux-based robotics tools (ROS/ROS2, system telemetry), bench debugging equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers), and test scripting in Python/C++
- Proven experience taking complex electromechanical or robotic products from zero-to-one prototyping through verification and high-reliability field deployment
- Experience deploying ML policies or AI-driven control loops directly onto physical hardware
- Hands-on experience with industrial functional safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 61508) or EMI/EMC compliance for mobility platforms
- Background with high-performance BLDC actuators, cycloidal/harmonic drive gearboxes, and high-density battery management systems

Tags: Engineering

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/skild-ai-robotics-systems-engineer/