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Software Engineer, Fleet Engineering
Path Robotics INC · 🇺🇸 Columbus, Ohio
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 18 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 2 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Path Robotics INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles5 certified filings for “Machine Learning Engineer” (Software Developers) in OH: $146k–$170k, median $170k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 18 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 2 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Build the Path Forward At Path Robotics, we’re building the future of embodied intelligence. Our AI-driven systems enable robots to adapt, learn, and perform in the real world closing the skilled labor gap and transforming industries. We go beyond traditional methods, combining perception, reasoning, and control to deliver field-ready AI that is risk-aware, reliable, and continuously improving through real-world use. Big, hard problems are our everyday work, and our team of intelligent, humble, and driven people make the impossible possible together. We are seeking a Platform-focused Software Engineer to join our team. You will bridge the gap between software development and fleet orchestration, building the infrastructure that powers our robots, both locally and in the cloud. This role requires a unique blend of developer skills and platform operations experience to build the tools, automation, and observability systems that ensure our robotic deployments are scalable, secure, and reliable. If you are passionate about solving complex, real-world robotics problems and eager to shape the future of manufacturing, we want to hear from you. What You’ll Do Tech you will use: • Languages: Python, Terraform HCL, Node.js, Ansible • Infrastructure: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform. • Fleet & Robotics: OTA (Over-the-Air) software deployment systems, Observability tooling (e.g., Foxglove), • Identity & Security: Enterprise AuthN/AuthZ integrations. • Collaboration: CI/CD (GitHub Actions), Jira/Confluence, Google Workspace. Core Responsibilities: • Platform Development: Build and scale configuration management processes to support our robotic fleet. • Infrastructure Automation: Automate complex infrastructure processes, including enterprise-scale AWS account management and deployments. • Fleet Orchestration: Design and maintain OTA (Over-the-Air) software deployment systems to ensure seamless updates across our robotic assets. • Identity & Access: Support the migration and management of enterprise-level AuthN and AuthZ for internal and external applications. • Observability: Implement and enhance robotics observability tooling (e.g., Foxglove) to improve robot-to-cloud integration and monitoring. • Incident Management: Develop automated incident reporting and escalation tooling to proactively identify and resolve production issues. • Collaboration: Work alongside product engineers to ensure the platform meets the needs of both the robotic fleet and the applications that interface with it. Who You Are • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 2+ years of experience in production support, development, and DevOps practices. • The Hybrid Engineer: You understand the interdependent relationship between product features and the underlying infrastructure. You apply software development best practices (reusable code, automated testing) to platform engineering. • Infrastructure Pro: You are proficient in managing cloud environments (AWS) and understand the complexities of multi-account deployments. • Robotics Enthusiast: You are excited by the challenge of moving data between robots and the cloud. You have hands-on experience or a strong interest in tools for remote robotics tooling (e.g., Foxglove, Rerun). • Security-Minded: You have experience with Enterprise AuthN/AuthZ and understand the importance of secure identity management at scale. • Problem Solver: You thrive on troubleshooting complex, distributed issues and are committed to automating your way out of manual tasks. Why You’ll Love Working Here • Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team • Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it • Comprehensive medical, de