TerraFirma Robotics
Austin, Texas
Job DescriptionJob Description At TerraFirma, we're redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer. Our Story & Mission At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything. At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have. From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That's when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of simplification, iteration, acceleration, and automation to construction, we can unlock a new era in how the world builds. Accelerating infrastructure unlocks progress across every domain, creating a self-sustaining engine for tackling humanity's toughest challenges. The innovations we develop on Earth will lay the groundwork for the technologies that one day make settlement on Mars possible. Job Overview In this role, you'll work across the full stack to build intuitive, high-performance interfaces for real-time remote control of heavy machinery via novel user interfaces. It requires strong frontend skills for seamless user experiences and backend expertise to ensure a secure, scalable architecture. Daily tasks include prototyping data-rich visualizations, building pipelines for complex sensor data (e.g., LiDAR, geospatial, 3D), and optimizing user interactions. Rapid prototyping and iteration with users will be key. You'll also help manage production environments, deploy applications, and apply best practices in networking, security, and deployment. Responsibilities Design and build intuitive, high-performance user interfaces for tasking, supervising, and remotely controlling autonomous robots and workflows Develop real-time visualizations for complex sensor data, including LiDAR, 3D models, and geospatial information, with a focus on rapid prototyping and user feedback Apply best practices in networking, authentication, and security to ensure low-latency, reliable communication between systems Architect and maintain scalable, secure backend systems, ensuring efficient deployment and operation in production environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) Iterate quickly, collaborate cross-functionally, and optimize the full-stack experience to deliver robust and user-friendly solutions Lead interdisciplinary teams, mentor new engineers, and help grow the team through hiring Basic Qualifications B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field 2+ years of professional or project experience as a full-stack or application developer, working across frontend, backend, and infrastructure Proficiency in building interactive UIs using modern frameworks and platforms (e.g., React, Vue.js, Unity, Unreal, or equivalent) A strong understanding of computer networking principles, including routing and protocols across the OSI model Proficiency in developing software to run on Linux-based systems Preferred Skills & Experience Experience working with real-time data systems or low-latency communication protocols (e.g., WebRTC, gRPC) Experience with data visualization, transformations, and working with 3D, geospatial, or LiDAR data Experience developing for game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) and using them for data visualization or UI prototyping Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and edge computing strategies. Understanding of cybersecurity best practices for application development, networking, and data handling. Demonstrated ability to prototype and test multiple solutions to determine optimal approaches Additional Requirements Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends when needed to support critical deadlines or triage urgent deployment issues Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance Compensation & Benefits Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.
Job DescriptionJob Description At TerraFirma, we're redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer. Our Story & Mission At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything. At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have. From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That's when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of simplification, iteration, acceleration, and automation to construction, we can unlock a new era in how the world builds. Accelerating infrastructure unlocks progress across every domain, creating a self-sustaining engine for tackling humanity's toughest challenges. The innovations we develop on Earth will lay the groundwork for the technologies that one day make settlement on Mars possible. Job Overview In this role, you'll work across the full stack to build intuitive, high-performance interfaces for real-time remote control of heavy machinery via novel user interfaces. It requires strong frontend skills for seamless user experiences and backend expertise to ensure a secure, scalable architecture. Daily tasks include prototyping data-rich visualizations, building pipelines for complex sensor data (e.g., LiDAR, geospatial, 3D), and optimizing user interactions. Rapid prototyping and iteration with users will be key. You'll also help manage production environments, deploy applications, and apply best practices in networking, security, and deployment. Responsibilities Design and build intuitive, high-performance user interfaces for tasking, supervising, and remotely controlling autonomous robots and workflows Develop real-time visualizations for complex sensor data, including LiDAR, 3D models, and geospatial information, with a focus on rapid prototyping and user feedback Apply best practices in networking, authentication, and security to ensure low-latency, reliable communication between systems Architect and maintain scalable, secure backend systems, ensuring efficient deployment and operation in production environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) Iterate quickly, collaborate cross-functionally, and optimize the full-stack experience to deliver robust and user-friendly solutions Lead interdisciplinary teams, mentor new engineers, and help grow the team through hiring Basic Qualifications B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field 2+ years of professional or project experience as a full-stack or application developer, working across frontend, backend, and infrastructure Proficiency in building interactive UIs using modern frameworks and platforms (e.g., React, Vue.js, Unity, Unreal, or equivalent) A strong understanding of computer networking principles, including routing and protocols across the OSI model Proficiency in developing software to run on Linux-based systems Preferred Skills & Experience Experience working with real-time data systems or low-latency communication protocols (e.g., WebRTC, gRPC) Experience with data visualization, transformations, and working with 3D, geospatial, or LiDAR data Experience developing for game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) and using them for data visualization or UI prototyping Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and edge computing strategies. Understanding of cybersecurity best practices for application development, networking, and data handling. Demonstrated ability to prototype and test multiple solutions to determine optimal approaches Additional Requirements Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends when needed to support critical deadlines or triage urgent deployment issues Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance Compensation & Benefits Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.
TerraFirma Robotics
Austin, Texas
Job DescriptionJob Description At TerraFirma, we're redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer. Our Story & Mission At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything. At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have. From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That's when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of simplification, iteration, acceleration, and automation to construction, we can unlock a new era in how the world builds. Accelerating infrastructure unlocks progress across every domain, creating a self-sustaining engine for tackling humanity's toughest challenges. The innovations we develop on Earth will lay the groundwork for the technologies that one day make settlement on Mars possible. Job Overview In this role, you'll take hands-on ownership of the embedded hardware and software for our robots. You'll be responsible for both high-level design of custom hardware and low-level code implementation. Day-to-day work includes developing software for Linux-based systems with real-time constraints and microcontrollers for sensing and control. You'll lead platform bringup for new boards, develop drivers for new chips and sensors, and help shape TerraFirma's software testing framework and standards. Responsibilities Design and architect firmware and low-level code for embedded systems and microcontrollers Perform platform bringup for new hardware, including driver implementation, sensor integration, boot chain development, and basic networking Own the integration, calibration, and testing of sensors both for proof-of-concept prototypes and production systems Lead interdisciplinary teams, mentor new employees, and actively participate in the hiring process Basic Qualifications B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field 2+ years of professional or project experience with software and firmware development for embedded systems and microcontrollers Demonstrated experience owning large scale deliverables, leading teams, and driving product roadmaps Preferred Skills & Experience Experience working with safety-critical or real-time systems Experience working with embedded applications for robotics, autonomous vehicles, aerospace, automotive, or construction Familiarity with platform and toolchain development for embedded systems Experience building testing frameworks or designing CI/CD pipelines Additional Requirements Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends when needed to support critical deadlines or triage urgent deployment issues Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance Compensation & Benefits Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.
Job DescriptionJob Description At TerraFirma, we're redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer. Our Story & Mission At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything. At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have. From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That's when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of simplification, iteration, acceleration, and automation to construction, we can unlock a new era in how the world builds. Accelerating infrastructure unlocks progress across every domain, creating a self-sustaining engine for tackling humanity's toughest challenges. The innovations we develop on Earth will lay the groundwork for the technologies that one day make settlement on Mars possible. Job Overview In this role, you'll take hands-on ownership of the embedded hardware and software for our robots. You'll be responsible for both high-level design of custom hardware and low-level code implementation. Day-to-day work includes developing software for Linux-based systems with real-time constraints and microcontrollers for sensing and control. You'll lead platform bringup for new boards, develop drivers for new chips and sensors, and help shape TerraFirma's software testing framework and standards. Responsibilities Design and architect firmware and low-level code for embedded systems and microcontrollers Perform platform bringup for new hardware, including driver implementation, sensor integration, boot chain development, and basic networking Own the integration, calibration, and testing of sensors both for proof-of-concept prototypes and production systems Lead interdisciplinary teams, mentor new employees, and actively participate in the hiring process Basic Qualifications B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field 2+ years of professional or project experience with software and firmware development for embedded systems and microcontrollers Demonstrated experience owning large scale deliverables, leading teams, and driving product roadmaps Preferred Skills & Experience Experience working with safety-critical or real-time systems Experience working with embedded applications for robotics, autonomous vehicles, aerospace, automotive, or construction Familiarity with platform and toolchain development for embedded systems Experience building testing frameworks or designing CI/CD pipelines Additional Requirements Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends when needed to support critical deadlines or triage urgent deployment issues Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance Compensation & Benefits Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.
TerraFirma Robotics
Austin, Texas
Job DescriptionJob Description At TerraFirma, we're redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer. Our Story & Mission At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything. At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have. From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That's when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of simplification, iteration, acceleration, and automation to construction, we can unlock a new era in how the world builds. Accelerating infrastructure unlocks progress across every domain, creating a self-sustaining engine for tackling humanity's toughest challenges. The innovations we develop on Earth will lay the groundwork for the technologies that one day make settlement on Mars possible. Job Overview You will design and deploy the algorithms that enable heavy machinery to perform complex tasks with advanced automation in dynamic, unstructured environments. Your focus will span state estimation, motion and trajectory planning, and control, taking ideas from simulation through to real-world deployment on multi-ton robotic platforms. You will architect systems that fuse data from diverse sensors, optimize movement on challenging job sites, and execute with reliability under real-time constraints. Responsibilities State Estimation & Sensor Fusion - Design, implement, and deploy real time estimation pipelines that remain robust to sensor noise, vibration, and bias Motion / Trajectory / Path Planning - Create high level planners and low level controllers that optimize for safety, efficiency, and task completion Software & System Architecture - Own C++/Python codebases, and MCU firmware that realize Guidance, Navigation & Control functions on production hardware Simulation & Tooling - Generate digital twins, Hardware-in-the-Loop setups, and interactive visualizations to validate algorithms before field trials Field Deployment - Bring algorithms onto machines, run field experiments, diagnose issues, and iterate rapidly Basic Qualifications B.S. in Robotics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field 2+ years of professional or advanced research experience delivering robotic software from first principles modelling through hardware deployment Proven track record owning large deliverables and driving multi disciplinary roadmaps Preferred Skills & Experience Hands on deployment of Kalman filters or equivalent estimators on real world platforms (e.g., drones, tractors, autonomous vehicles, aircraft, rockets) Deep familiarity with sensor fusion toolchains and libraries Expertise in different motion planning frameworks Strong C+/C and Python skills on Linux Background integrating and calibrating sensors such as IMUs, RTK GPS, wheel/arm encoders, LiDAR, and cameras Additional Requirements Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends when needed to support critical deadlines or triage urgent deployment issues Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance Compensation & Benefits Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.
Job DescriptionJob Description At TerraFirma, we're redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer. Our Story & Mission At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything. At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have. From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That's when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of simplification, iteration, acceleration, and automation to construction, we can unlock a new era in how the world builds. Accelerating infrastructure unlocks progress across every domain, creating a self-sustaining engine for tackling humanity's toughest challenges. The innovations we develop on Earth will lay the groundwork for the technologies that one day make settlement on Mars possible. Job Overview You will design and deploy the algorithms that enable heavy machinery to perform complex tasks with advanced automation in dynamic, unstructured environments. Your focus will span state estimation, motion and trajectory planning, and control, taking ideas from simulation through to real-world deployment on multi-ton robotic platforms. You will architect systems that fuse data from diverse sensors, optimize movement on challenging job sites, and execute with reliability under real-time constraints. Responsibilities State Estimation & Sensor Fusion - Design, implement, and deploy real time estimation pipelines that remain robust to sensor noise, vibration, and bias Motion / Trajectory / Path Planning - Create high level planners and low level controllers that optimize for safety, efficiency, and task completion Software & System Architecture - Own C++/Python codebases, and MCU firmware that realize Guidance, Navigation & Control functions on production hardware Simulation & Tooling - Generate digital twins, Hardware-in-the-Loop setups, and interactive visualizations to validate algorithms before field trials Field Deployment - Bring algorithms onto machines, run field experiments, diagnose issues, and iterate rapidly Basic Qualifications B.S. in Robotics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field 2+ years of professional or advanced research experience delivering robotic software from first principles modelling through hardware deployment Proven track record owning large deliverables and driving multi disciplinary roadmaps Preferred Skills & Experience Hands on deployment of Kalman filters or equivalent estimators on real world platforms (e.g., drones, tractors, autonomous vehicles, aircraft, rockets) Deep familiarity with sensor fusion toolchains and libraries Expertise in different motion planning frameworks Strong C+/C and Python skills on Linux Background integrating and calibrating sensors such as IMUs, RTK GPS, wheel/arm encoders, LiDAR, and cameras Additional Requirements Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends when needed to support critical deadlines or triage urgent deployment issues Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance Compensation & Benefits Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.