Director, System Engineering (Robotics)
Core
Define system architecture, ensure end-to-end integration, and ship production-quality robotic systems at scale for intelligent robots operating safely in the real world.
Role type
Director, Systems Engineering (Robotics)
Builds
Production robots (humanoids, AMRs, drones, manipulators) and complex mechatronic systems
Domain
Robotics, Mechatronics, Embedded Systems, AI
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
System-level architecture, Requirements engineering, System integration, Functional safety, Trade-space analysis, Supplier management, Risk management, C/C++/Python, ROS 2/DDS, Real-time Linux/RTOS, HIL/SIL testing
Preferred skills
Edge AI, Multi-sensor fusion, Global multi-site team leadership, Wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi/5G), Cybersecurity, Humanoids/AMRs/Aerial platforms
Technologies
ROS 2, DDS, Real-time Linux, RTOS, C, C++, Python, LiDAR, IMU, Wi-Fi, 5G
Responsibilities
Own system-level architecture and requirements for robotics programs; Decompose product requirements into testable system and subsystem specs; Make platform choices and guide make-vs-buy decisions; Lead system integration from bring-up through validation and release; Define functional and operational safety concepts and lead compliance; Institute quality systems and lead cross-site design transfer
Seniority
Director, hands-on IC with team leadership
