Principal Robotics Architect (Physical AI & Autonomous Systems)

About the role

The Robotics Focus Applications (RFAS) Team at Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) is hiring a Principal Robotics Architect (Physical AI & Autonomous Systems) located in the Wilmington Office, MA, USA. This role collaborates closely with RFAS Teams in Italy & Ireland, expanding ADI’s revenue globally in mounted robots, mobile robots, and humanoids.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the RFAS and RSS broader teams to match customer problem statements to ADI solutions, and provide technical guidance and influence.
• Collaborate with technology groups in ADI (vision, precision, sensing, connectivity etc) to understand and position ADI technology differentiation for robotics systems.
• Create and optimize system architectures for robotics solutions.
• Expand ADI domain knowledge in humanoid, mobile, and outdoor robots and trends in these areas.
• Support the development of next-generation product roadmaps for relevant products including connectivity, power, vision, digital and motor control.
• Support local sales and FAEs in deep technical discussions with robotics customers in the USA.

Must Have Skills

• Bachelor's in Engineering (EE/Mechatronics) with 10+ years of experience in a robotics domain.
• Hands-on experience and background in developing and deploying robotics systems.
• Familiarity with humanoid, mobile robotics, collaborative robots, and/or industrial vision technologies (e.g., ToF, IMU, sensor fusion).
• Understanding of robotics and automation systems.
• Experience providing technical guidance.
• Good communicator with strong technical presentation and collateral generation skills.
• Leadership in matrix organizations.
• Excellence in influencing without direct authority.
• Proven success in matrix organizations where outcomes depend on collaboration.
• 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.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field; Master's or Doctorate preferred.
• Typically 10+ years of relevant experience in product applications engineering, customer technical support, or related roles.
• Less experience may be acceptable with relevant Master's or Doctorate qualifications.