Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond.
We operate at the cutting edge of Applied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better.
Heading to IROS 2026? Let’s Connect!
Our Talent Acquisition and Engineering teams will be on-site in Pittsburgh! We are actively looking for top early-career, graduate (MS/PhD), and experienced talent in robotics, autonomous systems, control theory, and perception to join our growing team.
Skip the formal application queue: Share your information prior to or during the conference.
Areas of Interest & Focus: We are hiring across multiple levels (Internships, Entry-Level, Senior, and Research Scientists) in the following domains:
- Perception & Sensing: Computer Vision, LiDAR, Sensor Fusion, SLAM, State Estimation.
- Control & Dynamics: Motion Planning, Trajectory Optimization, Reinforcement Learning, Actuation.
- Software Systems: ROS/ROS2, C++, Python, Embedded Systems, Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
- Hardware & System Design: Mechanical Design, Mechatronics, Rapid Prototyping.
- High-Impact Projects: Work on real-world robotics applications with direct business and customer ROI.
- Growth & Mentorship: Collaborate directly with industry experts, senior researchers, and cross-functional engineering leads.
- Flexible Roles: Openings available for Summer 2027 Internships, Full-Time University Graduate Roles, and Direct Lateral Hires.
How to Meet Us at IROS:
- Submit your Resume / CV or LinkedIn profile link through this posting.
- Keep an eye on your email/LinkedIn messages—our sourcing team will send you a calendar link to pick a coffee slot that fits around your poster sessions and talks!
Not attending IROS in person? No problem — we will still love to hear from you.
*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Skills Required
- Submit a resume, CV, or LinkedIn profile link.
- Interest or experience in robotics, autonomous systems, control theory, perception, robotics software, or hardware and systems design.
Apptronik Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes multiple UnitedHealthcare plan options with an employer-paid portion, plus mental health benefits and FSAs. The presence of standard medical, dental, and vision categories indicates a solid core offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible PTO, paid holidays and sick days, and paid parental leave are explicitly highlighted. Manager-approved hybrid/remote days further support time away when needed.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Company equity and performance bonuses are part of the total-rewards mix, with relocation assistance available for some roles. These components can add meaningful upside to base compensation for many positions.
Apptronik Insights
What We Do
Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.
Why Work With Us
At Apptronik, we don't see a future where man competes against machine. Instead, we envision a harmonious world where man and machine coexist. Our mission statement, "It is not Man vs. Machine, but Man + Machine," encapsulates our belief that the synergy between humans and robots will pave the way for a brighter, more advanced future.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
