Full Job Description
As Principal Safety Systems Engineer at Robust AI, you will lead safety strategy for a small, fast-paced team designing and deploying the next generation of warehouse robotic systems. You will own the safety and compliance roadmap end-to-end - setting technical direction, driving decisions independently, and representing safety in front of customers, regulators, and leadership. Working closely with engineering, you\'ll drive testing, influence design decisions at the architecture level, and manage relationships with outside certification bodies. This role is best suited for someone who has done this before, is comfortable operating with significant autonomy in an early-stage environment, and can pivot effectively as priorities shift. The base pay range for this role is between $180,000 and $220,000, dependent on your skills, qualifications, and experience.
Main responsibilities:
3474Own and drive the safety and compliance roadmap, setting priorities and technical direction3474Serve as the subject-matter authority on relevant safety standards across the organization3474Lead testing strategy and execution against safety standards, including engagement with external certification bodies3474Develop and manage system safety requirements, hazard analyses, and risk assessments3474Produce safety case reports and certification documentation, and maintain full traceability of safety requirements3474Mentor and guide engineers on safety best practices as the team scales
What you\'ll bring to the table:
34748+ years in safety systems engineering, preferably in robotics (AMRs), with a track record of owning safety programs independently3474Deep proficiency in safety analysis tools (FTA, FMEA, FMEDA, hazard logs)3474Excellent problem-solving, cross-functional leadership, communication, and documentation abilities3474Experience with AMR safety standards (R15.08, ISO 3691-4, ISO 12100)3474Prior experience leading safety certification efforts with external bodies is a strong plus
What we offer:
3474Base pay between $180,000 and $220,000, dependent on your skills, qualifications and experience.3474Stock options and huge potential for growth.3474Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.3474Flexible vacation and sick leave practices.3474Paid parental leave.
$180,000 - $220,000 a year