About DroneDeploy

DroneDeploy powers field teams with robotics and AI. As the only reality capture platform that combines robotic automation, AI agents, and a truly unified system, DroneDeploy allows critical industries to operate with speed and confidence.

From construction and energy to agriculture, the world’s largest companies use DroneDeploy to simplify field operations, improve safety, and make smarter decisions, faster. By combining aerial drones, 360 and fixed cameras, ground robots and proprietary AI, we’re bringing the power of automation and visual intelligence to all stakeholders, from the field to the boardroom.

At DroneDeploy, we thrive in a mostly remote-first culture rooted in innovation and impact. We’ve been recognized as a Best Place to Work in the SF Bay Area and named one of America’s Great Places to Work—but what truly sets us apart is the experience you gain: solving real-world challenges with cutting-edge technology, surrounded by teammates who are as passionate as they are supportive. Our team is bold, mission-driven, and building something that matters. We foster a culture where a variety of perspectives drive smart decisions, and where growth—both personal and professional—is part of the journey. Whether it’s flexible schedules, family-friendly benefits, or our strong track record of internal promotions, we invest in people as much as we do in product. If you’re looking to be part of something ambitious, authentic, and transformative, you’ll find your place at DroneDeploy.

Role Overview

As a Senior Mechatronics Engineer at DroneDeploy, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our robotics capabilities, reporting to the Engineering Manager for Embodied AI. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software and integrated systems for ground robots and drones that transform how worksites are scanned, inspected, and analyzed.

This position is critical to delivering innovative robotics solutions that drive customer value and support DroneDeploy’s mission to make commercial drone and robotics data accessible and actionable for businesses worldwide.

You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and external technology partners, contributing to the development of industry-leading features and ensuring the seamless integration of robotics into real-world environments.

Work Environment

> Location: Auckland, New Zealand. This role requires you to be based in Auckland and able to work from the Auckland office.

> Hybrid Model: While we offer flexibility around working from home, you’ll be expected to work onsite at least 3 days per week to collaborate with the team and interact directly with our robots.

> Collaboration: The role involves regular collaboration with global colleagues, with an expectation of good overlap with our core business hours.

> Travel: Occasional domestic and international travel is required to attend team meetings, support customer deployments and visit partner sites.

> On-Call Support: There may be occasional requirements to support international customers during site deployments or calls across US and European time zones.