We are looking for a dedicated engineer to handle the system integration of a social bartender robot. This is a hands-on development role focused on deploying a robust system in the real world.

Core Responsibilities

• System Integration: Combine existing perception, manipulation, and social interaction modules into a cohesive, robust platform.
• Social Interaction: Implement and tune social behaviors (greeting, small talk, gaze aversion) to work reliably during beverage preparation. This includes using LLMs as conversational interfaces.
• Robustness: The system must run autonomously for extended periods. We are building a product-grade prototype, not a one-off research demo.

Requirements

• Engineering Focus: This is a development-focused role where the priority is building a dependable, real-world system. We are looking for someone who enjoys the process of making complex robotics software work seamlessly and reliably.
• Deployment Experience: Proven experience deploying robots in public spaces or unstructured environments.
• Technical Stack:
  • Middleware: Expert-level ROS 2 (Humble/Jazzy).
  • AI/ML: Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) for social interaction.
  • Languages: Advanced C++ and Python.
  • Hardware: Experience with real-time control, sensor integration, and debugging physical hardware.

To Apply: Please email your CV and a brief summary of your relevant deployment experience to Alessandro Roncone with the subject [Bartender Robot Application] before Friday, February 6th 2026 EOB.

Compensation: $20 per hour for 10 hours per week.