Senior Robotics Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Robotics Controls Engineer

Location : South San Francisco, CA (On-site)

Salary : $150,000 – $250,000

About the Role

My client is seeking a Senior Robotics Controls Engineer to join a small, high-performing team developing autonomous surgical robotics systems. This is a hands-on role focused on designing the logic and algorithms that control robotic platforms in real surgical environments. Candidates must bring strong robotics fundamentals, advanced coding skills, and a startup mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and implement low-latency, high-accuracy control systems for robotic platforms
• Develop motion planning algorithms tailored to surgical workflows
• Collaborate with perception, planning, and UI teams to integrate controls into a unified system
• Participate in onsite visits to observe surgical procedures and validate system performance
• Contribute to system-level design, testing, and optimization

Must-Have Qualifications

Strongly Preferred

Tech Stack

Important Screening Notes

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site role based in South San Francisco. The team operates with a startup mindset—fast-paced, mission-driven, and collaborative. Candidates should be energized by the opportunity to define core robotics logic in a high-impact healthcare setting.