Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Autonomy Team

Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Autonomy TeamSoftware Quality Assurance Engineer - Autonomy Team1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsPickle is on the hunt for a dynamic and driven Software Quality Assurance Engineer (SQA) to revolutionize the future of warehouse automation. You’ll work hand-in-hand with the Autonomy Team developers, hardware teams, and deployment engineers to design, execute, and automate test strategies for real-world robotic platforms operating in logistics warehouses across the U.S.You’ll own the end-to-end testing lifecycle—from validating features in development to verifying robot behavior in staging environments to supporting test procedures in the field. Your work will directly improve the stability and scalability of Pickle’s growing fleet of robotic truck unloaders.This is an excellent role for someone who is highly collaborative, enjoys hands-on testing, and thrives in fast-paced, hardware/software-integrated environment.Responsibilities:Work closely with software engineers to develop and validate test cases, ensuring comprehensive test coverage and thorough testing of new featuresActively participate in design reviews, offering insights on testability, reliability, and safety, while identifying potential risks and areas for improvementsDevelop and execute manual test plans to verify complex systems, including perception, planning, and control layersSet up and manage test scenarios in simulation environments (e.g. Foxglove, Gazebo, ROS simulators) and on physical robot hardwareIdentify and automate test cases using appropriate frameworks and scripting toolsAnalyze logged data to identify discrepancies, perform root cause analysis of issues, and verify fixesDocument test results and provide detailed bug reportsContribute to test documentation, QA processes, and best practicesContribute to the continuous improvement of our QA processes and methodologiesSupport validation of system behavior in test labs and customer deploymentsSkills & Experience:2+ years of experience in software quality assurance with experience in roboticsExperience testing complex systems involving hardware, embedded software, or real-time systemsWorking knowledge of robotic principles, including motion planning, sensors, perception, or controlsExperience with robot simulation environments (e.g., Foxglove, Gazebo, ROS simulators) for testing and validationProficient in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for test automation and data validationHands-on experience with Linux and command line toolsFamiliarity with tools such as Git, Docker, Jenkins/Github ActionsExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills, with the ability to diagnose complex issuesExperience working in Agile/Scrum environmentsExperience with Jira, TestRail, or similar toolsStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative teamAbility to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environmentCapable of working independently and taking initiative with minimal supervisionDetail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountabilityWilling to work at our HQ in Charlestown, MA, at least 3-4 times per weekAbout Pickle RobotPickle Robot is a pioneer in Physical AI for supply chain applications. Today Pickle robots autonomously unload trucks, trailers, and import containers at human-scale or better performance. The alternative is manual work that is difficult, dirty, sometimes dangerous, and increasingly hard to staff at distribution centers around the globe. Pickle Robot is laser focused on automating truck unloading using generative AI, machine learning, computer vision, advanced sensors, and industrial robotics to deliver engineered products customers rely on. Pickle Robot Unload Systems work alongside people on loading docks to make the work safer, faster, and more efficient. Pickle robots are physical AI that unload trucks.Pickle provides best-in-class benefits including health, dental, & vision insurance; unlimited vacation, along with all federal and state holidays; 401K contributions of 5% your salary, travel supplies, and other items to make your working life more fun, comfortable, and productive.Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesHospitality, Food and Beverage Services, and RetailReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Pickle Robot Company by 2xGet notified about new Software Quality Assurance Engineer jobs in Boston, MA.Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Platform and HRI TeamSoftware Development Engineer in Test – 2025 (US)North Reading, MA $105,000.00-$185,000.00 1 week agoSenior Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Autonomy TeamSoftware Quality Assurance Engineer - Firmware TeamBoston, MA $100,000.00-$130,000.00 2 months agoSenior Software Quality Assurance EngineerSoftware Development Engineer in Test, Maritime AppSoftware QA Engineer I – Embedded Audio SystemsSoftware Quality Assurance Engineer - Web AutomationPeabody, MA $90,000.00-$140,000.00 3 days agoNew Grad Software Quality Assurance AnalystNew Grad Software Quality Assurance AnalystSoftware Development Engineer in Test IIWaltham, MA $140,800.00-$150,800.00 1 week agoQuality Assurance Engineer - Medical DeviceBurlington, MA $70,000.00-$115,000.00 3 weeks agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Created: 2025-09-17