Sr. Principal Engineer Robotics

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Johnson & Johnson MedTech is recruiting for a Sr. Principal Engineer Robotics to be based in Santa Clara CA to lead the technical development of our OTTAVA surgical robotic system.

Johnson & Johnson MedTech is inventing the future of robotic surgery with OTTAVA. Together we create next-generation robotic systems surgical instruments and digital technologies that redefine whats possible for patients in surgery.

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly experienced Sr. Principal Engineer with a background in robotics to lead technical development areas across system integration robotics & controls and automation. This engineer will work independently to explore new technologies solve existing technical challenges and propose R&D process improvements. They will also serve the lead of cross-functional technical project teams planning and managing the work of other engineers.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead advanced technical development across robotics domains drive architecture-level decisions and lead cross-functional teams on technical projects
• Independently explore emerging technologies and solve existing complex technical challenges
• Develop and implement algorithms for surgical robotic manipulation and advanced robotics behaviors
• Evaluate and improve R&D processes across systems integration software development and robotics development
• Serve as a chief robotics expert to OTTAVA Senior R&D Leadership

Qualifications - Education and Experience:

One of the following combinations of years of experience and education are required:

• 10 years with PhD (Computer Science Robotics Mechatronics Controls or equivalent area) in developing robotics
• 12 years with MS (Computer Science Robotics Mechatronics Controls or equivalent area) in developing robotics

Additional Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of robotics fundamentals (e.g. kinematics dynamics control theory modelling calibration system characterization & identification) is required.
• Deep knowledge in robotic system design integration debugging and testing is required.
• Experience with robot algorithm development implementation and debugging is required.
• Understanding of computer science fundamentals (e.g. algorithms data structures object-oriented programming) is required.
• Collaborative teammate with excellent written and in-person communication skills are essential.
• Experience working on surgical robotics technologies is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards applicable to surgical robotics is an asset.
• Prior experience as a people leader is preferred.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is 157000 to $270825. California Bay Area.

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