Principal Robotics Systems Architect

Title: Principal Robotics Systems Architect Location: San Jose, CA

Principal Robotics Systems Architect

Summary:

Work closely with robotics customers and Ethernovia engineering teams to develop optimized system-level connectivity architectures. The role requires a deep understanding of AI compute platforms, cameras, sensors, actuators, distributed processing, and real-time communications. The architect will create practical networking blueprints and reference architectures that help customers accelerate product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop end-to-end connectivity architectures for humanoid, mobile, and industrial robots.
• Define networking solutions connecting AI processors, cameras, sensors, controllers, and distributed computing nodes.
• Create system-level block diagrams, connectivity blueprints, and reference architectures.
• Optimize designs for bandwidth, latency, determinism, power, cost, and reliability.
• Work directly with robotics OEMs to understand requirements and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and customer-facing teams to accelerate adoption.
• Identify emerging robotics connectivity requirements and help guide product direction.

Required Qualifications

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field.
• 10+ years in robotics systems, embedded systems, automotive systems, autonomous platforms, or advanced networking architecture.
• Strong knowledge of robotic systems, sensors, AI compute, and distributed control.
• Experience with high-speed networking, Ethernet, and embedded communication interfaces.
• Ability to develop system-level hardware architectures and technical diagrams.
• Understanding of real-time communication, bandwidth, latency, and synchronization.
• Excellent technical communication and customer engagement skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with humanoid, autonomous mobile, or industrial robots.
• Background in robotics OEMs, autonomous systems, or semiconductor companies.
• Familiarity with ROS 2, DDS, TSN, and industrial communication protocols.
• Knowledge of high-speed interfaces, physical connectivity, and system integration.
• Experience creating reference designs and supporting customer design wins.

What You Can Expect From Ethernovia:

• Technology depth and breadth expansion that can’t be found in a large company
• Opportunity to grow your career as the company grows
• Pre IPO stock options
• Cutting edge technology
• World class team
• Competitive base salary
• Flexible hours
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees

Salary Range:

The actual offered base salary for U.S. locations will vary depending on factors such as work location, individual qualifications, specializations, years of experience, skills, job-related knowledge, and internal equity. The annual salary range for this position is $200,000 - $275,000. The compensation package will also include incentive compensation in the form of pre-IPO ISO options, in addition to base salary and a full range of medical and other benefits.

* Principals Only (No Agencies)

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