Persona AI
Inaugural Engineer Opportunity At Persona AI
Persona AI is developing and commercializing rugged, multi-purpose humanoid robots that perform real work. Persona's founding team has a decades-long history in humanoid robotics, bionics, and product development delivering robust hardware that has touched the stars, worked miles below the surface of the ocean, roamed Disney Parks, and has even been featured on a US postage stamp. Our mission is focused squarely on shipping beautiful, reliable products at massive scale, while building a customer-focused team to achieve these aims. 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. As an inaugural engineer at Persona, you will have an incredible opportunity to shape the design of Persona's humanoid robots, while also helping set the culture of the company. If you're passionate about cutting-edge technology and want to be part of a world-class team we'd love to hear from you. Your Role
Lead CI infrastructure development and enhancement
for humanoid robot platforms, establishing robust automated testing and build processes to boost efficiency and reliability.
Develop and execute comprehensive Python-based test suites
for embedded systems and components, ensuring high software quality and defect reduction across validation stages.
Design, build, and maintain advanced simulation and robustness testing environments
tailored for critical robot hardware (e.g., vision systems, force/torque sensors, motor controllers), strengthening testing capabilities and ensuring resilience against system failures.
Conduct rigorous Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) validation
of robot subsystems (e.g., joint actuators, perception modules), assessing their performance under scenarios mimicking realistic locomotion, manipulation, and interaction.
Analyze robotic sensor data
(e.g., vision, proprioception) to identify anomalies, determine root causes, and recommend system refinements, communicating insights to collaborative teams.
Drive the creation and refinement of internal developer tools and frameworks
designed to optimize testing workflows, enhance engineering productivity, and improve the development experience for robot platforms.
Collaborate strategically with cross-functional teams
to define test strategies, develop automated test assets, and report verification outcomes, ensuring product integrity and alignment with robot functionalities.
We're Looking For
Extensive background in
CI/CD pipeline design and management
for complex robotics systems.
Strong Python proficiency
for test automation.
Proven capability in
designing and implementing simulation and fault injection tools
for robotic sensors and actuators.
Solid
hands-on HIL testing experience
with robot hardware.
Strong
analytical abilities
for robot sensor data interpretation and issue resolution.
Demonstrated skill in
creating and enhancing internal software tools
that improve development efficiency.
Strong
collaborative and communication skills
for effective teamwork in a dynamic robotics environment.
Solid understanding of the
software development lifecycle of embedded systems
within a humanoid robotics context is highly desirable.
Knowledge of
robotic kinematics, dynamics, perception, and control systems
is a significant asset.
Preferred or Bonus Qualifications
Familiarity with robotics development ecosystems (e.g., ROS) and simulation platforms (e.g., Isaac Sim, MuJoCo).
Experience with cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
Solid understanding of networking principles (e.g., DNS, load balancing, firewalls).
Previous experience in a fast-paced robotics startup environment.
Why Join Persona AI?
You'll shape technology that's redefining the possibilities of robotics and human interaction.
Work alongside passionate teammates who value diversity, creativity, and continuous learning.
Enjoy full access to advanced prototyping tools, labs, and the freedom to experiment and innovate.
We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, flexible work environment, and equity opportunities.
Not sure if you meet all the listed qualifications? That's okay! We encourage you to apply anyway. Our needs are constantly evolving, and we're always looking for talented individuals who can grow with us. You might be exactly who we're looking for even if it's for a role we haven't thought of yet. Persona AI Embraces Diversity and Equal Opportunity
Persona AI is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Persona AI is developing and commercializing rugged, multi-purpose humanoid robots that perform real work. Persona's founding team has a decades-long history in humanoid robotics, bionics, and product development delivering robust hardware that has touched the stars, worked miles below the surface of the ocean, roamed Disney Parks, and has even been featured on a US postage stamp. Our mission is focused squarely on shipping beautiful, reliable products at massive scale, while building a customer-focused team to achieve these aims. 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. As an inaugural engineer at Persona, you will have an incredible opportunity to shape the design of Persona's humanoid robots, while also helping set the culture of the company. If you're passionate about cutting-edge technology and want to be part of a world-class team we'd love to hear from you. Your Role
Lead CI infrastructure development and enhancement
for humanoid robot platforms, establishing robust automated testing and build processes to boost efficiency and reliability.
Develop and execute comprehensive Python-based test suites
for embedded systems and components, ensuring high software quality and defect reduction across validation stages.
Design, build, and maintain advanced simulation and robustness testing environments
tailored for critical robot hardware (e.g., vision systems, force/torque sensors, motor controllers), strengthening testing capabilities and ensuring resilience against system failures.
Conduct rigorous Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) validation
of robot subsystems (e.g., joint actuators, perception modules), assessing their performance under scenarios mimicking realistic locomotion, manipulation, and interaction.
Analyze robotic sensor data
(e.g., vision, proprioception) to identify anomalies, determine root causes, and recommend system refinements, communicating insights to collaborative teams.
Drive the creation and refinement of internal developer tools and frameworks
designed to optimize testing workflows, enhance engineering productivity, and improve the development experience for robot platforms.
Collaborate strategically with cross-functional teams
to define test strategies, develop automated test assets, and report verification outcomes, ensuring product integrity and alignment with robot functionalities.
We're Looking For
Extensive background in
CI/CD pipeline design and management
for complex robotics systems.
Strong Python proficiency
for test automation.
Proven capability in
designing and implementing simulation and fault injection tools
for robotic sensors and actuators.
Solid
hands-on HIL testing experience
with robot hardware.
Strong
analytical abilities
for robot sensor data interpretation and issue resolution.
Demonstrated skill in
creating and enhancing internal software tools
that improve development efficiency.
Strong
collaborative and communication skills
for effective teamwork in a dynamic robotics environment.
Solid understanding of the
software development lifecycle of embedded systems
within a humanoid robotics context is highly desirable.
Knowledge of
robotic kinematics, dynamics, perception, and control systems
is a significant asset.
Preferred or Bonus Qualifications
Familiarity with robotics development ecosystems (e.g., ROS) and simulation platforms (e.g., Isaac Sim, MuJoCo).
Experience with cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
Solid understanding of networking principles (e.g., DNS, load balancing, firewalls).
Previous experience in a fast-paced robotics startup environment.
Why Join Persona AI?
You'll shape technology that's redefining the possibilities of robotics and human interaction.
Work alongside passionate teammates who value diversity, creativity, and continuous learning.
Enjoy full access to advanced prototyping tools, labs, and the freedom to experiment and innovate.
We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, flexible work environment, and equity opportunities.
Not sure if you meet all the listed qualifications? That's okay! We encourage you to apply anyway. Our needs are constantly evolving, and we're always looking for talented individuals who can grow with us. You might be exactly who we're looking for even if it's for a role we haven't thought of yet. Persona AI Embraces Diversity and Equal Opportunity
Persona AI is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.