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Motion Planning and Controls Engineer

Maven Robotics · San Fransisco Bay Area, California USA

Posted about 3 months ago

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This role has been open
80 days
Maven Robotics's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Maven Robotics's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Maven Robotics
high
17 stale, 0 reposted of 20 open
Hiring momentum
20 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

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About this role

As a Motion Planning & Controls Engineer at Maven Robotics, you will develop software that enables precise and efficient motion for robots. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing advanced planning and control algorithms, working across the entire software stack, and collaborating with various engineering domains to enhance robot performance. You will also engage in continual testing and improvement of motion quality.

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freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • MS or PhD in engineering, mathematics, computer science or a related discipline
  • Experience in optimization-based motion planning and control algorithms such as Model Predictive Control
  • Experience in control, estimation, modeling, and analysis of complex multi-degree-of-freedom electromechanical systems
  • Practical experience with motor servo control architectures and tuning
  • Proficiency in Python and C++ programming
  • Self-starter attitude with strong ability to identify problems and execute solutions

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with ground vehicle localization, mapping, and state estimation techniques
  • Familiarity with robotic simulation software frameworks/environments
  • Familiarity with modern approaches to robotic manipulation, including reinforcement learning and imitation learning
  • Knowledge of brushless motor current control
  • Familiarity with functional safety concepts

Worth weighing

  • No salary listed
  • Fast-paced startup environment may require adaptability and versatility
  • Role involves a multidisciplinary approach, which may appeal to candidates with diverse engineering backgrounds

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Listed by Maven Robotics on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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