Support Escalation Engineer

@ Robust.ai
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Support Escalation Engineer

San Carlos, CA
Posted 4 weeks ago

About the job

Robust AI is a startup building smart autonomous mobile robots. The role focuses on Tier 3 support, troubleshooting hardware/software, and improving product diagnosis for robust robot performance.

Requirements

  • 3+ years in customer-facing technical roles
  • Deep knowledge of Linux OS
  • Familiar with GitHub and Jira
  • Travels to customer sites
  • Python scripting and ROS knowledge

Qualifications

  • Experience with cloud computing and Docker
  • Understanding of robotics hardware
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Fast learner in startup environments

Full job description

About you and this role:

Robust AI is a fast-growing, early-stage startup building the next generation of smart, collaborative, and safe autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). As an Escalation Support Engineer, you will fulfill Tier 3 support responsibilities, serving as the critical interface between our customers, Sales, Tier 1/2 Support, Hardware, and Development Engineering. You will own the resolution of complex hardware and software problems, helping us build robots that are truly robust and flexible.

Our robots rely on sophisticated navigation systems built on ROS and Linux, managed through a cloud-based portal. This role requires deep technical expertise in Linux and a passion for inventing new debugging techniques to keep our fleet running smoothly in dynamic warehouse environments.

Main responsibilities:

  • Develop tools and processes to improve product diagnosis and maintain system health

  • Manage the escalation process and ensure adherence to customer response guidelines in a collaborative environment

  • Examine diagnostic data from Tier 1/2 Support Engineers to determine root cause and next steps

  • Work closely with Engineering to resolve complex issues and provide feedback for product hardening

  • Document technical resolutions to build our internal knowledge base

  • Participate in cross-functional forums to drive continuous process and product improvements


What you'll bring to the table:

  • Minimum of 3 years of industry experience in a customer-facing technical capacity (field engineering, support, etc.)

  • In-depth knowledge of the Linux operating system 

  • Familiarity with collaborative tools like GitHub and Jira

  • Ability to travel to customer sites as required to support onsite stabilization

  • Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn in a fast-paced startup environment

  • Knowledge of scripting languages like Python

  • Knowledge of the ROS (Robot Operating System)

  • Experience with cloud computing and Docker containers

  • Knowledge of electrical and mechanical aspects of robotics

What we offer:

  • Base salary, depending on your skills, qualifications and experience

  • Stock options and huge growth potential

  • Strong startup (and fun) culture

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

  • Flexible vacation and sick leave practices

  • Paid parental leave



    • Robust AI fosters a culture of belonging and a shared commitment to equality and equity.

    Having a diverse set of perspectives is key to ensuring AI and robotics serve the needs of all.



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