Senior Robotics Scientist - Core Tech & Motion Planning

Omron Automation; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies, Inc. (ORT) in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Senior Roboticist to lead core technology development for next‑gen robotics solutions.

You will work across engineering, product management, and strategy to identify gaps, define reference designs, and transfer technology to product teams for implementation. The role emphasizes advanced robotics expertise, control and motion planning, system identification, and risk-managed development with a focus on safety,

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering.
• Principal subject matter expert regarding robot technologies including kinematics, linear control, nonlinear control, robust control, motion planning, and estimation techniques.
• Proficiency in linear/nonlinear optimization, stochastic optimization, machine learning, and system identification techniques.
• At least three years of hands‑on experience with industrial articulated robot arms, controllers, and sensors.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop core technology connected to customer needs and commercial value.
• Help develop product roadmaps and engage with product teams and customers.
• Create development plans and ensure timely completion of core technologies.
• Author internal technology documents, patents, and external whitepapers.

Skills

Robotics

Control theory

Machine learning

Optimization methods

Kinematics

System identification

Education

Advanced degree in Engineering

Tools

C++

Python

Job description

Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies, Inc. (ORT) in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Senior Roboticist to lead core technology development for next‑gen robotics solutions.

You will work across engineering, product management, and strategy to identify gaps, define reference designs, and transfer technology to product teams for implementation. The role emphasizes advanced robotics expertise, control and motion planning, system identification, and risk-managed development with a focus on safety,