Senior Principal Robotics Hardware Architect

Analog Devices

. Match customer problem statements to Analog Devices technology solutions and provide technical guidance and influence .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeWilmington • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $184,030 - $266,485 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in robotics system architecture, integrating advanced sensing and control technologies, and translating complex requirements into actionable designs. Proven ability to influence technical decisions and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to drive innovative robotics solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Robotics System ArchitectureAnalog And Mixed-Signal DesignSchematic Design And PCB DevelopmentTechnical Presentation SkillsInfluencing Without Authority

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Hard Skills

Robotics Subsystem DevelopmentControl Latency AnalysisEmbedded Processor DesignMotor-Control ElectronicsData Converter IntegrationLaboratory InstrumentationDebugging And Design VerificationClosed-Loop Control SystemsForce And Torque SensingPosition Feedback Systems

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsConsensus BuildingInfluencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's In Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Industry Keywords

Industrial RoboticsHumanoid RoboticsMobile RoboticsCollaborative RobotsSemiconductor-Based System DesignMatrix OrganizationsExport Licensing Review

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Match customer problem statements to Analog Devices technology solutions and provide technical guidance and influence
Work with technology groups covering vision, precision, sensing, motion, and connectivity to position technology differentiation for robotics systems
Support creation and optimization of system architectures for robotics solutions
Expand company domain knowledge in humanoid, mobile, and outdoor robotics and related trends
Translate system-level requirements such as control latency, thermal and wiring constraints, grip-slip detection, and joint responsiveness into subsystem and silicon requirements
Help drive next-generation product roadmaps for connectivity, power, vision, digital, and motor-control products
Support local sales and field applications engineers in deep technical discussions with robotics customers in the USA
Collaborate with RFAS, RSS, Edge AI, and broader global robotics teams
Architect, design, build, debug, and mature sophisticated robotic hardware

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
10+ years of experience in an industrial/commercial robotics domain
Demonstrated experience taking sophisticated robotic subsystems from architecture through working hardware
Deep familiarity with humanoid, mobile robotics, and collaborative robot architectures and subsystem electronics
Strong understanding of semiconductor-based system design, including analog and mixed-signal signal chains, data converters, embedded processors, power electronics, or custom silicon
Hands-on experience with schematic design, printed circuit boards, board bring-up, laboratory instrumentation, debugging, and design verification
Working knowledge of motors, encoders, motor-control electronics, position feedback, and real-time control
Experience integrating tactile, force, torque, position, current, vision, or other sensing into a closed-loop robotic system
Ability to work across electrical, mechanical, firmware, controls, artificial-intelligence, and systems disciplines
Strong technical presentation and collateral-generation skills
Excellence in influencing without direct authority
Proven success in matrix organizations
Ability to guide technical decisions through influence rather than direct control
Track record of building consensus across diverse stakeholders
Strong communication skills bridging technical and business audiences
Applicants may require export licensing review unless they are U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary performance-based bonus based on personal and company factors
Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
401(k)
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Sick time
Other benefits