Senior Robotics Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Robotics Controls Engineer

Location : San Francisco, CA (On-site)

Employment Type : Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Robotics Controls Engineer to join a team developing next-generation surgical robotics technology. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing advanced control systems and motion planning algorithms to drive high-performance robotic platforms used in precision surgery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize real-time controls and motion planning for robotic systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, hardware, ML, and clinical) to integrate robotic controls with broader system architecture
• Implement algorithms for low-latency, high-accuracy planning and execution
• Contribute to the design of intuitive surgeon-facing user interfaces
• Support the integration of computer vision for anatomical landmark detection

Qualifications

Nice to Have

Why Join

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of surgical robotics by helping build a platform that enhances precision, reduces procedure time, and empowers surgeons through cutting-edge automation.