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Senior Perception Engineer

Topologic

Topologic

Other Engineering
Boston, MA, USA
Posted on Jan 13, 2026

Location

Boston

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Engineering

About Us:

Over one third of apparel produced is never sold: Topologic’s mission is to eliminate disastrous overproduction. Our technology enables production directly to demand in America and Europe.

We’re reinventing the stack of apparel fabrication, from CAD/CAM software to novel intelligent machines. We are solving the hardest problem of robotics in a massive $2T industry, and have secured millions in contracts with leading producers. Last year we proved that our technology works, and this year we are going to market. We are backed with $12m from leading VCs.

Responsibilities:

  • Designing and implementing perception for a unique robotic/automation process, with a focus on rapid development and robust solutions

  • Implementing, testing and documenting complex automation processes.

  • Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and process engineers, as well as external customers

Requirements

  • Experience in implementing robust perception solutions in high speed real-world applications.

  • Experience with computer vision, including system design, software development, and integration.

Desired Skills & Experience (the more, the better, but not expected to have all)

  • Experience with implementing non-vision-based sensing and feedback control systems

  • Experience with motion control for a variety of actuator types (e.g. brushed and brushless DC motors, stepper and AC servo motors, pneumatics)

  • Exposure to industry standard communication protocols (e.g. CANOpen, Ethercat)

  • Experience with complex embedded systems

  • Complementary engineering experience:

    • Machine learning

    • Software development

    • Electronics prototyping

    • Mechanical design

  • Professional attitude:

    • Collaborative and strong team spirit a must

    • Low ego and willingness to learn through giving and receiving feedback also a must

Benefits of Working with Us:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits; 100% employee premiums covered

  • 401(k)

  • Meaningful equity

  • 12 company holidays and unlimited PTO (enforced minimum of 15 days and more is encouraged)

  • Company subsidized commute or parking for onsite employees

Onsite work

This is an onsite position at our office/lab in Boston, MA. You must have authorization to work in the US.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.