
Foundation is a robotics company focused on developing advanced humanoid robots. Their flagship product, Phantom, is designed for strength and fluid motion, eliminating a 'robotic' feel for seamless integration into human environments. Phantom utilizes proprietary cycloid actuators for power, precision, and efficiency. The company is also involved in AI, hardware, and has a culture focused on tackling ambitious projects. They are actively hiring for various engineering and design roles, aiming to shape the future of technology, potentially for applications on Earth and in space.

Foundation is a robotics company focused on developing advanced humanoid robots. Their flagship product, Phantom, is designed for strength and fluid motion, eliminating a 'robotic' feel for seamless integration into human environments. Phantom utilizes proprietary cycloid actuators for power, precision, and efficiency. The company is also involved in AI, hardware, and has a culture focused on tackling ambitious projects. They are actively hiring for various engineering and design roles, aiming to shape the future of technology, potentially for applications on Earth and in space.
Company: Foundation (Foundation Future Industries, Inc.) — developer of general-purpose humanoid robots (product: Phantom)
Founded: May 2024
Headquarters: San Francisco, United States
Funding: Pre-seed $11M (reported), lead: Tribe Capital
Team size: Approximately 85 employees (reported)
Industrial and manufacturing automation; general-purpose physical robotics to address labor shortages
2024
DeepTech
$11 million
Reported participation from unnamed angel investors
“Tribe Capital led pre-seed”
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About Us
Foundation is developing the future of general purpose robotics with the goal to address the labor shortage.
Our mission is to create advanced robots that can operate in complex environments, reducing human risk in conflict zones and enhancing efficiency in labor-intensive industries.
We are on the lookout for extraordinary engineers and scientists to join our team. Your previous experience in robotics isn't a prerequisite — it's your talent and determination that truly count.
We expect that many of our team members will bring diverse perspectives from various industries and fields. We are looking for individuals with a proven record of exceptional ability and a history of creating things that work.
We like to be frank and honest about who we are, so that people can decide for themselves if this is a culture they resonate with. Please read more about our culture here https://foundation.bot/culture.
Who should join:
Why We Are Hiring for This Role:
SHIFT: (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM) but also must be flexible in the future for different shifts.
What Kind of Person We Are Looking For:
Working Conditions:
Benefits:
We provide market standard benefits (health, vision, dental, 401k, etc.). Join us for the culture and the mission, not for the benefits.
Salary:
The annual compensation is expected to be between $50,000-$55,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location