Technical Project Manager, Reality Capture

Job Description

Job Description

Field AI is at the forefront of robotic embodied AI, transforming industries like construction, security, mining, and manufacturing. Our autonomous robots operate globally, often in harsh environments, delivering critical insights to customers. Whether monitoring construction progress, ensuring safety compliance, or conducting predictive maintenance, Field AI is advancing technology to make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to lead the planning and execution of our 3D mapping projects while remaining hands-on with the underlying technology. This is a hybrid engineering and project management role where you'll contribute directly to the development of our mapping systems while driving projects from concept through production deployment.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in robotics software, computer vision, or 3D mapping and enjoys coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. You'll work closely with engineering, product, operations, and customer-facing teams to ensure projects are well planned, clearly communicated, and successfully delivered.

We're seeking someone with 4+ years of experience in robotics software development and technical project management who thrives in fast-paced startup environments and enjoys balancing technical problem-solving with project execution.

What You'll Get To DoSoftware Development & Mapping

• Design, develop, and maintain production-grade software for 3D mapping solutions.
• Deploy large-scale mapping systems and data processing pipelines into production.
• Validate mapping systems and algorithms using real robots and sensors in complex, unstructured environments.
• Build and improve internal tooling, automation, and benchmarking infrastructure to increase reliability and repeatability.

Technical Project Management

• Own mapping projects from planning through delivery, coordinating execution across software, hardware, systems, data, and operations.
• Translate technical and customer requirements into project plans, milestones, and delivery timelines.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, product, operations, and customer-facing teams.
• Track project progress using Jira, Confluence, or similar tools while managing scope, schedules, and dependencies.
• Identify risks early, communicate project status clearly, and drive issues to resolution.
• Develop documentation, processes, and playbooks that improve execution and scalability across future projects.

What You Have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 4+ years of experience in robotics software development and technical project management.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.
• Experience with 3D geometry, point cloud processing, and libraries such as PCL or Open3D.
• Experience using Jira, Confluence, Wrike, or similar project management tools.
• Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies and the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple technical projects in fast-paced, evolving environments.

The Extras That Set You Apart

• Experience with LiDAR sensors, Linux/Ubuntu, and robotics software development best practices.
• Background in mobile robotics, autonomous vehicles, drones, or embedded systems.
• Experience with data capture, mapping, or system integration in production environments.
• Experience supporting field operations or customer deployments.
• PMP, Scrum Master, or Agile certification.
• Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment with a strong sense of ownership.

The actual offer for this position will be based on factors such as relevant experience, competencies, certifications, and how well the candidate meets the qualifications outlined above. Part of our compensation package also includes full benefits, equity, and generous time off. 

Field AI Onsite Work Philosophy

At Field AI, we believe the most effective way to collaborate and solve complex challenges is by working together in person. This is a fully onsite role, and candidates will be expected to work from our Irvine, CA office. In-person engagement is essential to our success, and we offer flexible working hours to support focus and work-life balance.

Why Join Field AI?

We are solving one of the world’s most complex challenges: deploying robots in unstructured, previously unknown environments. Our Field Foundational Models™ set a new standard in perception, planning, localization, and manipulation, ensuring our approach is explainable and safe for deployment.

You will have the opportunity to work with a world-class team that thrives on creativity, resilience, and bold thinking. With a decade-long track record of deploying solutions in the field, winning DARPA challenge segments, and bringing expertise from organizations like DeepMind, NASA JPL, Boston Dynamics, NVIDIA, Amazon, Tesla Autopilot, Cruise Self-Driving, Zoox, Toyota Research Institute, and SpaceX, we are set to achieve our ambitious goals.

Be Part of the Next Robotics Revolution

To tackle such ambitious challenges, we need a team as unique as our vision — innovators who go beyond conventional methods and are eager to tackle tough, uncharted questions. We’re seeking individuals who challenge the status quo, dive into uncharted territory, and bring interdisciplinary expertise. Our team requires not only top AI talent but also exceptional software developers, engineers, product designers, field deployment experts, and communicators.

We are headquartered in always-sunny Irvine, Southern California and have US based and global teammates. 

Join us, shape the future, and be part of a fun, close-knit team on an exciting journey!

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.