Senior Robotics and Controls Engineer
Horizon Surgical Systems, Inc.Los Angeles, California, United States
Posted September 23, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Horizon Surgical Systems, Inc., founded in 2021 by experts in ophthalmology and medical robotics, is a leader in microsurgery innovation. Their flagship product, Polaris, combines advanced robotics, AI, and medical imaging to enhance surgical precision, outcomes, and safety. Committed to academic excellence and technological advancement, Horizon aims to revolutionize global healthcare with cutting-edge solutions.
Job Description
Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. is seeking a motivated Senior Robotics and Controls Engineer to contribute to the development of AI-driven surgical robotic systems. The role involves creating, implementing, and verifying mission-critical control algorithms for a cutting-edge surgical robotics platform focused on eye surgery. Collaboration with clinicians, engineers, and global leaders is essential.
Requirements
- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Robotics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in modern C++ (at least C++11).
- 5+ years of robotic algorithm development and deployment on physical hardware.
- 5+ years of modern C++ software development.
- 3+ years of rigid body dynamics and kinematics.
- 3+ years of path planning algorithms.
- Knowledge of ROS2 framework.
- Comfortable working in a lab or workshop environment alongside surgical robotic systems.
- Ability to work on-site for hands-on software integration.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Excellent company-paid benefits package
