About Foundation:

Foundation is developing the future of general purpose robotics with the goal to address the labor shortage.

Our mission is to create advanced robots that can operate in complex environments, reducing human risk in conflict zones and enhancing efficiency in labor-intensive industries.

We are on the lookout for extraordinary engineers and scientists to join our team. Your previous experience in robotics isn't a prerequisite — it's your talent and determination that truly count.

We expect that many of our team members will bring diverse perspectives from various industries and fields. We are looking for individuals with a proven record of exceptional ability and a history of creating things that work.

Our Culture:

We like to be frank and honest about who we are, so that people can decide for themselves if this is a culture they resonate with. Please read more about our culture here https://foundation.bot/culture.

Who should join:

• You like working in person with a team in San Francisco.
• You deeply believe that this is the most important mission for humanity and needs to happen yesterday.
• You are highly technical - regardless of the role you are in. We are building technology; you need to understand technology well.
• You care about aesthetics and design inside out. If it's not the best product ever, it bothers you, and you need to “fix” it.
• You don't need someone to motivate you; you get things done.

About Foundation:

Foundation is developing the future of general purpose robotics with the goal to address the labor shortage.

Why We Are Hiring for This Role:

Foundation is hiring a Motor & Actuation Team Lead to build and scale in-house electromechanical actuator systems for our advanced humanoid robotics program.

This role focuses on:

• Packaging, electrical systems & firmware
• Gearbox design & performance optimization
• Motor fundamentals to guide cost and capability decisions

We’re seeking a hands-on technical leader with experience delivering motor-driven actuator assemblies in robotics, automotive, or aerospace environments.

You bring:

• Deep electromechanical integration experience
• Strong motor control knowledge (FOC, custom controllers)
• Gearbox design and efficiency expertise
• Practical understanding of BLDC/PMSM motor design
• A track record operating in lean, fast-paced environments

You’ll operate as a player-coach — driving detailed engineering decisions while building scalable actuator strategy across programs.

• Startup mindset required. High ownership. High impact.

Benefits:

• We provide market standard benefits (health, vision, dental, 401k, etc.). Join us for the culture and the mission, not for the benefits.

Salary:

• The annual compensation is $185,000+. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.