Robotics Software Engineer – Humanoid Locomotion

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate Robotics Software Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of humanoid robots. You will work on the brain behind the body — designing, implementing, and optimizing the algorithms that allow our humanoid robots to walk, balance, and interact with the real world.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and refine locomotion algorithms (walking, running, stair climbing, recovery from disturbances) for bipedal humanoid robots.
• Implement whole-body control frameworks integrating balance, manipulation, and dynamic motion.
• Work closely with the hardware team to integrate sensors (IMUs, force/torque sensors, encoders) with motion control software.
• Optimize real-time performance of control loops running on embedded systems.
• Collaborate with AI and perception teams to enable autonomous decision-making in dynamic environments.
• Contribute to simulation environments (Gazebo, MuJoCo, Isaac Sim) for testing before real-hardware deployment.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Robotics, Computer Science, or Mechanical Engineering (PhD is a plus).
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Solid grasp of classical robotics: kinematics, dynamics, control theory, and trajectory optimization.
• Hands-on experience with ROS / ROS2.
• Experience with at least one physics simulator (Gazebo, MuJoCo, PyBullet, Isaac Sim).
• Familiarity with optimization libraries (OSQP, CasADi, Drake).

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience deploying code on real humanoid platforms (Unitree, Boston Dynamics, Agility, Apptronik, Figure).
• Background in Model Predictive Control (MPC) or Reinforcement Learning for locomotion.
• Knowledge of state estimation (Kalman filters, factor graphs).
• Open-source contributions to robotics projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Flexible hours and remote-friendly culture
• Hands-on access to cutting-edge humanoid hardware
• Conference and learning budget (ICRA, IROS, Humanoids)
• A team of brilliant, kind people who genuinely love what they do

How to Apply

Send your CV, GitHub/portfolio, and a short note about your favorite robotics project to careers@acmerobotics.com. Bonus points for a video of something you’ve built. 🤖