Senior Technical Strategist

ABOUT THE ROLE As a customer-facing technical lead at a seed-stage robotics and physical AI company, you will connect robotics model and deployment teams with partner engineering organizations. You will help turn technical capabilities into real-world deployments and commercial partnerships. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Build a strong understanding of robotics models and deployment systems so you can explain them credibly to partner engineers. - Lead technical discussions from initial meetings through pilot scoping and contract negotiations. - Bridge research and engineering teams across international offices with partner organizations in the United States. - Work with company leadership to scope pilots and negotiate partnership terms. - Travel occasionally to partner sites. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Three to ten years of experience in a technical customer-facing role, such as solutions engineering, forward deployed engineering, technical consulting, technical product, or technical partnerships. - A background in computer science, electrical engineering, robotics, or equivalent hands-on engineering experience. - Ability to engage deeply with machine learning and robotics engineers and explain technical systems clearly. - Experience owning commercial conversations and negotiating pilot or partnership terms with large enterprises. - Interest in physical AI and robotics, with a willingness to learn and dive into technical details. - Based in the San Francisco Bay Area or willing to relocate. Korean or Japanese language skills are a plus. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Market-rate compensation, with the specific salary band determined by experience and seniority. Early-stage equity is available. Candidates need U.S. work authorization or an H-1B visa that can be transferred. LOCATION Hybrid, with approximately three days per week on-site in San Francisco and occasional travel to partner sites.