Skills

Leadership Python Test C++ Embedded Systems Express Robotics

Job Specifications

ektello is partnering with an entertainment leader to find a Senior Roboticist to join their growing team. This is a W2 contract that includes PTO, paid holidays, medical, and 401k benefits options. The role is onsite in Orlando, FL from the start of the contract.

Senior/Lead Roboticist - Legged Locomotion

We are seeking a Senior or Lead Roboticist to join our advanced robotics team focused on bringing character-inspired motion to life through cutting-edge legged robots. This role requires a multidisciplinary engineer who combines deep technical expertise in perception, control systems, and electrical hardware integration with the leadership skills to guide a small team of roboticists and engineers.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of legged locomotion systems that enable robots to walk, balance, and express personality through motion.
Architect and implement control systems that translate high-level animation targets into real-time coordinated joint behaviors.
Integrate perception systems (IMU, vision, force/torque sensors) to support adaptive and robust motion.
Oversee electrical system design including actuator control, embedded systems, power distribution, and sensor integration.
Collaborate closely with animation, software, and mechanical design teams to ensure cohesion between motion intent and physical capability.
Drive rapid prototyping and iteration using in-lab test rigs and field-testing environments. Contribute to long-term technology roadmaps and R&D strategy for expressive robotic locomotion.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in robotics with demonstrated ownership of deployed systems.
Strong proficiency in control theory (PID, model-based control, optimization).
Hands-on experience with electrical hardware for robotics: motor drivers, sensors, real-time systems. Familiarity with implementing Reinforcement Learning for robotics
Familiarity with perception pipelines, especially for localization and terrain estimation.
Proven leadership ability: mentoring, technical planning, and cross-functional coordination.
Proficiency in C++ and Python in a real-time or embedded context (e.g., ROS, RTOS, or similar).

About the Company

ektello is a national staffing firm that places Creative, Marketing, Digital & Information Technology talent. At ektello it's all about delivering the best experience for both our talent and clients. Our goal is to create the most seamless career search and hiring process for our talent while responding quickly and efficiently to our client's needs. Search Current Career Opportunities: http://www.ektello.com/search-jobs Services include Contractor, Contract to Hire, Direct Hire and Statement-of-Work in the following j... Know more