Software Engineer, Robot Interfaces

Sunday1 months ago

Location

Redwood City, CA

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 150,000 – 220,000

Level

Senior

Role

Software Engineer

Posted

May 22, 2026

Full TimeSenior

The role

Summary

Sunday is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer specializing in Robot Interfaces to develop cutting-edge AI and voice interaction systems for home robotics. The ideal candidate will transform audio and video signals into actionable instructions, driving innovative solutions that enable households to reclaim time through advanced robotic technology.

What you'll do

Audio Engineering: Develop and implement advanced algorithms for interpreting and generating audio signals to enable sophisticated voice interactions

Human-Robot Interaction: Transform raw sensory signals into actionable intelligence for high-level AI decision-making and planning

System Optimization: Design and engineer robust systems optimized for domestic environments, balancing network reliability, performance, and deployment costs

Product Development: Drive platform development toward in-home Beta deployments by creating incremental, self-contained deliverables that meet the company's core mission

What we look for

Technical

Voice TechnologyMinimum 2+ years experience in developing voice-driven experiences

AI Development3+ years experience in AI development for robotics or similar complex systems

Education

Computer ScienceBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or related technical field

Advanced StudiesAdvanced degree preferred for cutting-edge robotics research

Experience

Robotics SystemsProven experience with compute-constrained systems and cross-domain problem-solving

AI ResearchDemonstrated ability to apply advanced AI models to practical robotics applications

Skills

Required skills

Voice CommunicationExpertise in developing voice-driven experiences including Speech-to-Text (STT) and Text-to-Speech (TTS)

Artificial IntelligenceExperience developing responsive AI in robotics, embodied AI, or similar complex systems

Robotics SystemsUnderstanding of compute-constrained systems with quick input response and cross-hardware/software debugging

Multimodal AIKnowledge of latest multimodal model research and practical application in real-world robotics

Nice to have

Startup ExperienceBackground as an early-stage employee capable of defining release roadmaps

Hardware DeploymentPractical experience or high curiosity in deploying multimodal models to physical hardware

Research PublicationsAcademic publications in multimodal models, audio interpretation, or robotics

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 150,000 – 220,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Health Insurance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Equity Options

Stock options for early-stage startup employees

Professional Development

Funding for conferences, workshops, and continuous learning

Flexible Work Environment

Innovative workplace with cutting-edge robotics technology

Interview process

1
Initial Screening — Phone or video call with recruiting team to assess initial fit and background
2
Technical Interview — In-depth technical discussion focusing on robotics, AI, and software engineering skills
3
Coding Challenge — Practical coding assessment involving robotics-related problem-solving and AI system design
4
Onsite Interview — Multiple rounds with engineering team, including system design and technical deep-dive interviews
5
Final Interview — Meeting with leadership to discuss vision, team fit, and potential contributions