Senior Principal Motion Planning & Control Architect

MAC ROBOT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A robotics technology company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Principal Planning & Control Engineer to lead the technical vision for motion planning and control. This hands-on role involves architecting and developing robust systems for autonomous platforms, ensuring they navigate safely and smoothly in urban environments. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in robotics, motion planning, and control, with proficiency in C++ and Python. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence technology and craft high-impact solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in robotics with a focus on motion planning or control.
• Proven experience in production-grade systems for autonomy or robotics.
• Expert-level proficiency in C++ and Python for real-time applications.
• Deep expertise in trajectory generation and model predictive control.
• Hands-on experience with simulation frameworks and safety-critical testing.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical vision and roadmap for motion planning and control.
• Architect production-grade planning and control stacks.
• Lead development of real-time planning algorithms.
• Develop control algorithms to ensure vehicle safety and stability.
• Manage the lifecycle of algorithms from design to deployment.

Skills

Robotics

Motion planning

Trajectory optimization

Control for autonomous systems

C++

Python

Decision-making under uncertainty

Simulation frameworks

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics

Job description

A robotics technology company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Principal Planning & Control Engineer to lead the technical vision for motion planning and control. This hands-on role involves architecting and developing robust systems for autonomous platforms, ensuring they navigate safely and smoothly in urban environments. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in robotics, motion planning, and control, with proficiency in C++ and Python. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence technology and craft high-impact solutions.