Staff Diagnostics Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Staff Diagnostics Engineer (Robotics): Define, architect, and validate the on-board diagnostics framework for humanoid robots with an accent on system-level fault behavior, embedded systems, and service engineering principles. Focus on designing robust diagnostics architecture, fault detection, health monitoring, and scalable diagnostic readiness across hardware and software subsystems.

Location: San Jose, CA, onsite 5 days/week

Salary: $150,000–$250,000 annually

Company

hirify.global is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots engineered for home and commercial markets.

What you will do

• Define architecture, requirements, and KPIs for on-board diagnostics, fleet health, and reliability tracking
• Develop fault detection, health monitoring, event logging, and telemetry frameworks across subsystems
• Collaborate with firmware and hardware teams to embed diagnostic hooks and validation coverage
• Build service tools and analytics dashboards for diagnostic readiness and fleet operations
• Mentor engineers and interface with systems integration, manufacturing, and field service teams

Requirements

• Must be located in San Jose, CA with onsite presence 5 days/week
• 8+ years experience in diagnostics, telemetry, or fault management for electromechanical or embedded platforms
• Strong understanding of system-level fault behavior, sensor validation, and communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, UDS)
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or similar languages for data analysis and automation
• Experience with test instrumentation, data logging, and failure analysis tools
• Degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Systems Engineering or equivalent

Nice to have

• Experience with diagnostics in Autonomous Vehicles, Robotics, Automotive, or Aerospace
• Familiarity with OBD-II, UDS, or similar diagnostic standards
• Experience developing fleet-scale telemetry and analytics systems
• Background in embedded firmware development or hardware-in-the-loop testing
• Leadership experience in diagnostic strategies or service engineering