Controls Engineer

Controls EngineerEfference - Robust Robotic PerceptionLocation: San Francisco, CAEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation Type: On-siteDepartment: EngineeringWe are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer focused on physical motion, robust driver development, and building control systems that bridge the gap between AI perception and the physical world. This role blends low-level IMU integration, robotics controls, and system architecture to ensure robotic platforms operate smoothly and safely, even under constrained network conditions. RequirementsExperience with control theory and applied robotics engineering.System-level understanding of hardware/software integration and sensor data pipelines.A strong focus on delivery, with a track record of deploying robust control systems on physical hardware.Experience writing low-level drivers for IMUs and handling high-frequency sensor data streams.Ability to design control architectures that account for wireless system constraints, including latency spikes and packet loss.ResponsibilitiesDevelop low-level IMU drivers and implement advanced filtering algorithms for precise state estimation.Design and deploy control systems that interface perfectly with our edge perception devices.Build robust fallbacks, safety constraints, and predictive models to handle network jitter during remote teleoperation.Tune control loops directly on physical hardware, including highly dynamic platforms like drones and manipulators.Diagnose complex hardware/software timing issues and drive them to rapid resolution.Nice to HaveExperience with ROS/ROS2 or other modern robotics middleware.Background in shared autonomy or teleoperation systems.Familiarity with rigid body dynamics and kinematics.