Controls Engineer – Real-Time Robotics & AI

Physical Intelligence; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A robotics technology company in San Francisco is looking for a Controls Engineer to design and implement algorithms for their robots. The role involves developing control systems and integrating hardware components while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should have a deep understanding of model-based control and proficiency in Python and C++. The position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge robotics technology in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of model-based control algorithms and inverse dynamics.
• Ability to validate control approaches in simulation and translate them to real hardware.
• Proficiency in Python and C++, including firmware-adjacent development.

Responsibilities

• Design & implement control algorithms: PID, LQR, MPC.
• Develop real-time loops and optimize runtime control loops.
• Integrate and tune robotic systems including arms and mobile bases.

Skills

Model-based control algorithms

Python

C++

Real-time control loops

Debugging electromechanical systems

Communication protocols

Job description

A robotics technology company in San Francisco is looking for a Controls Engineer to design and implement algorithms for their robots. The role involves developing control systems and integrating hardware components while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should have a deep understanding of model-based control and proficiency in Python and C++. The position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge robotics technology in a dynamic environment.