Data Processing Engineer

Robotic Data is seeking to hire Junior Level Data Processing Engineers to support our data processing and mapping operations. This role will focus on handling, transforming, and validating large datasets generated from mapping systems. This is a full-time role with an immediate start date.

Candidates are required to have strong experience working in Linux environments, the ability to read and modify Python scripts, and hands-on experience working with Docker containers and Git version control.

Selected candidates will be involved in executing and maintaining data processing workflows, troubleshooting pipeline issues, and supporting our data operations team.

You must live in Austin, Texas or be willing to relocate – as we have business operations in these locations.

What we expect from the candidate:

• Ability to work independently and manage data processing tasks efficiently
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow technical instructions and troubleshoot issues
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
• Ability to handle large datasets and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ownership mindset with the ability to deliver consistent results

Required Experience:

• Strong experience with Linux, including:

• Bash scripting

• File system operations and permissions

• Process monitoring

• Working via SSH

• Mounting network shares

• Experience with Python 3:

• Ability to read, modify, and debug scripts

• Experience with Docker:

• Running containers

• Managing images

• Retrieving logs

• Understanding volume mounts

• Working knowledge of Git:

• Checkout and commit workflows

• Basic branching

• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and follow structured workflows

Good to have:

• Experience with orchestration frameworks such as Dagster, Apache Airflow, or Prefect
• Experience using AWS CLI (S3 data upload/download)
• Familiarity with PDAL and point cloud data processing
• Experience with ROS, including command-line tools such as rosbag

Preferred Background:

• 2+ years of experience in data processing, data engineering, or similar technical roles
• Experience working with large datasets or data pipelines
• Experience supporting production-level data workflows

Pay:

Austin, Texas:

• $72K – $83K per year (depending on experience)

Job Type:

• Full Time
• Benefits package

Location:

• Austin, Texas

Work Model:

• Office environment (Austin office required)

Recruitment Process:

Application > Screening Interview > Technical Evaluation > Final Interview > Decision > Hire > Probation Period Evaluation

DO NOT CONTACT THE HIRING MANAGER DIRECTLY. YOU MUST FOLLOW THE APPLICATION PROCESS

About Us: Robotic Data provides the real-world data infrastructure for Physical AI. The company combines World Data and Human Data to create high-quality datasets that enable autonomous vehicles, drones, embodied AI, humanoid robots, and other intelligent systems to understand, navigate, and operate safely in the physical world. Learn more at www.roboticdata.com.

EEO Statement: Robotic Data is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Supplier shall not discriminate against any worker based on age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, union membership, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by country law, in hiring and other employment practices. Supplier shall not require pregnancy or medical tests, except where required by applicable laws or regulations or prudent for workplace safety, and shall not improperly discriminate based on test results.

DISCLAIMER: All claims and offers to compensation, rewards, and onboarding procedures are at the sole discretion of Robotic Data.