The Role
Design and implement advanced control algorithms for robotics, ensure integration of hardware and software, mentor engineers, and validate performance in practical applications.
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What we're looking for:
We are seeking individuals who want to:
· Collaborate with top-tier clients on transformative, cutting-edge projects.
· Engage with and learn from industry leaders
· Innovate from concept to completion, ensuring high standards.
· Gain international experience on global projects.
· Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that supports new ideas.
· Explore multiple sectors like telecommunications, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation.
We're looking for a Senior Robotics Controls Designer specializing in Whole Body Control (WBC) and Model Predictive Control (MPC) is a leadership role focused on developing advanced, real-time control software for complex robotic systems, such as humanoids, that coordinate numerous joints and sensors to perform dynamic tasks like balancing, walking, and manipulation while managing physical constraints.
What you'll do
- Algorithm Development: Lead the design and implementation of sophisticated control algorithms, including nonlinear Model Predictive Control (MPC) and Whole Body Control (WBC) methods, for dynamic locomotion, balancing, and dexterous manipulation.
- System Integration: Bridge the gap between low-level hardware (actuators, sensors) and high-level AI/planning systems, ensuring seamless integration and software architecture excellence.
- Optimization and Testing: Formulate and solve optimal control problems in real-time. Conduct rigorous testing and validation of control algorithms both in high-fidelity simulation and directly on physical robots to ensure performance, stability, and safety.
- Technical Leadership: Mentor junior engineers, lead complex technical initiatives, and drive software engineering best practices within the team.
- System Identification & Calibration: Perform detailed system identification and calibration of full-body kinematics, dynamics, and sensors to ensure optimal control performance.
What you'll need to get the job done
- 5-10 years of relevant experience
- Strong proficiency in C++
- Deep understanding of control theory, including nonlinear control and Model Predictive Control (MPC).
- Hands-on experience with Whole Body Control (WBC) concepts for multi-DOF robotic platforms.
- Strong background in robot kinematics and dynamics, with experience validating controllers in simulation and on real hardware.
- Experience formulating and solving real-time optimization problems for control applications.
What will make us REALLY love you
- Experience with humanoid or legged robots and dynamic locomotion.
- Familiarity with robotics simulation tools and physics engines.
- Experience with system identification and calibration techniques.
- Exposure to robot middleware (e.g., ROS or similar).
This posting is for an active vacancy.
Salary range: 100,000 - 130,000
What you’ll love about us:
At Syntronic, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a global community that values creativity and diversity.
Ready to Shape the Future with Us?
If you’re ready to elevate your career and be part of a team that’s making a real impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today and embark on your journey with Syntronic, where your ideas and innovations can truly make a difference.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Top Skills
C++
Robotics Simulation Tools
Ros
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The Company
What We Do
Syntronic is a engineering design house specializing in the design and development of electronics, electro-mechanics, embedded and IT software. As an established engineering design house, we provide valuable contribution to your product and test development as well as help you achieve the desired product time-to-market cost-effectively. We also offer solutions where we undertake turn-key responsibility of product development and system integration from idea to complete system delivery. We adopt the latest technologies in electronics design and software development worldwide.
Among our customers and partners are some of the world’s most technique-intensive businesses and organizations in sectors such as telecommunication, automotive, industrial and medtech. In designing to satisfy customers’ needs, we focus on quality, competence and ease of production.
