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# Principal Systems Engineer

- **Company:** ONE STOP COLLECTIBLE CORP
- **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Robotic Automation Software, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/principal-robotics-systems-engineer-gather-ai-7737247

## About the Role

* BS, MS, or PhD in Systems Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
 * 10-15 years of experience in systems engineering, with a significant focus on complex hybrid hardware/software systems.
 * Demonstrated technical ownership of major cross-functional product development initiatives.
 * Comfort with complex algorithms in the robotics domain - finding, evaluating, and applying algorithms in mixed language (C++/Python) systems.
 * Understanding of considerations regarding mechanical mounts, power and RF, and ingress protection.
 * Expertise in the integration and performance characterization of passive sensing systems (e.g., perception, localization, mapping) and/or active robotic systems (e.g., navigation, control).
 * Proven track record of defining and verifying system requirements for complex autonomous systems.
 * Strong communication skills, particularly in writing documents that identify critical requirements and explain challenging problems clearly.
 * Persistence and calm leadership in an agile work environment.

## Description

* Take full technical ownership of the design, architecture, and integration of the autonomous data gathering systems in logistics and material handling environments.
 * Collaborate with Product Management, Customers, and cross-functional engineering teams (e.g., Software, Hardware, Cloud, Test) to negotiate and finalize system boundaries and interfaces.
 * Serve as a technical leader, mentoring less experienced engineers and setting the standard for systems engineering best practices.
 * Possess specific, in-depth knowledge of hardware implementation and integration challenges for both active robotic components (e.g., actuators, controllers) and passive sensing modalities (e.g., RGB cameras, depth cameras).
 * Drive trade-off analyses, risk assessment, and mitigation planning for critical system elements.


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