System Architect - Mobile Robot Platform

We are seeking an experienced System Architect to lead the end-to-end system design of a new mobile robot platform. This role is responsible for defining the overall architecture across hardware, firmware, software, networking, and cloud integration to deliver a scalable, reliable, and manufacturable robotic system. The ideal candidate will bridge product vision and technical execution, guiding cross-functional teams from concept through production and lifecycle support., + Own the system-level architecture for a next-generation mobile robot platform, including compute, sensors, power, communications, and software stack.

• Define requirements, interfaces, and performance budgets (power, compute, latency, thermal, safety).

• Lead architectural decisions and trade studies across mechanical, electrical, firmware, autonomy, and cloud systems.

• Establish and maintain system documentation, including architecture diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), and design specifications.

• Ensure alignment with functional safety, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements.

• Guide technology selection for sensors, compute platforms, middleware, networking, and OTA updates.

• Support prototype development, validation, and transition to manufacturing.

• Mentor engineers and act as the primary technical authority for system-level decisions.

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Master's preferred).

• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering or architecture, with direct experience in mobile robotics or autonomous systems.

• Proven experience designing multi-disciplinary systems combining hardware, embedded software, and higher-level software.

• Strong understanding of mobile robot architectures, embedded Linux, sensors, and networking.

• Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience bringing robotic products from concept to production.

• Familiarity with ROS, ROS 2, DDS, and modern autonomy stacks.

• Experience with Nvidia platforms.

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