Pave Robotics
YC W25San Francisco, US · Founded 2024 · 3 employees · Hiring · 3 known investors
Pave Robotics develops automated robotic systems that identify and repair cracks in asphalt pavements for roads and parking lots. The company provides precision crack sealing solutions designed to improve safety and reduce maintenance lifecycle costs for infrastructure operators.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W25)
Pave Robotics was founded in 2024 by Josh Kelly and Mason Landon Smith.
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Josh Kellyin𝕏CEO/FounderJosh Kelly holds a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University. He previously worked as a Mechatronics Engineer at Zipline and served as Head of Engineering for Mark Rober, where he contributed to robotics design and build projects.30 Under 30 2026
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Mason Landon SmithinCPO/FounderMason Landon Smith was Head of Product at CrunchLabs, where he managed a team of product designers, and studied Industrial Design at the Rhode Island School of Design. He is currently Chief Product Officer at Pave Robotics.30 Under 30 2026
Investors · 3
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeedApr 2025Source ↗
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Competitors · 2
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Pave7 shared keywordsPave provides compensation and equity data to help employees understand and compare their pay. The platform serves companies and workers in the enterprise human resources sector.
Pave America4 shared keywordsPave America is the largest self-performing asphalt and concrete contractor in the United States, operating through a centralized national model to deliver paving and pavement maintenance services across every state. The company serves commercial and infrastructure customers through its own crews and acquired regional partners.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Pave Robotics do?
- Pave Robotics develops automated robotic systems that identify and repair cracks in asphalt pavements for roads and parking lots. The company provides precision crack sealing solutions designed to improve safety and reduce maintenance lifecycle costs for infrastructure operators.
- Who founded Pave Robotics?
- Pave Robotics was founded by Josh Kelly, Mason Landon Smith in 2024.
- Who are Pave Robotics's investors?
- Pave Robotics's investors include Spacecadet Ventures, Transpose Platform Management, Y Combinator.
- Where is Pave Robotics headquartered?
- Pave Robotics is headquartered in San Francisco, US.