About Foundation:
Foundation is developing the future of general purpose robotics with the goal to address the labor shortage.
Our mission is to create advanced robots that can operate in complex environments, reducing human risk in conflict zones and enhancing efficiency in labor-intensive industries.
We are on the lookout for extraordinary engineers and scientists to join our team. Your previous experience in robotics isn"t a prerequisite — it"s your talent and determination that truly count.
We expect that many of our team members will bring diverse perspectives from various industries and fields. We are looking for individuals with a proven record of exceptional ability and a history of creating things that work.
Our Culture:
We like to be frank and honest about who we are, so that people can decide for themselves if this is a culture they resonate with. Please read more about our culture here https://foundation.bot/culture.
Who should join:
- You like working in person with a team in San Francisco.
- You deeply believe that this is the most important mission for humanity and needs to happen yesterday.
- You are highly technical - regardless of the role you are in. We are building technology; you need to understand technology well.
- You care about aesthetics and design inside out. If it"s not the best product ever, it bothers you, and you need to “fix” it.
- You don"t need someone to motivate you; you get things done.
Why We Are Hiring for This Role:
Our Field Technician is on the frontline of bringing our robots into the real world. You'll ensure each robot is installed, tested, supported, and performing as expected at customer sites. You'll also be key in collecting feedback to improve product reliability and user experience
- We're entering a critical phase of field testing and customer deployment
- You'll operate, install, test, troubleshoot and maintain our robots in a live factory environment
- The role is essential to capturing performance data and user feedback
- You"ll bridge the gap between engineering and the customer by spotting real-world issues early.
- Your presence ensures every deployment is professional, safe, and successful
What Kind of Person We Are Looking For:
- 3+ years of field service or technical support experience, ideally with robotics or automation equipment.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Technically competent with diagnostic tools, software interfaces, and command-line environments.
- Comfortable working at customer sites with professionalism and adaptability.
- Bonus if familiar with Linux, ROS, or robotics simulation tools. Independent, communicative, and calm under pressure.
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