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Robotics System Team

What is the mission of the Robotics System team?

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Quick Answer

The Robotics System team at Mujin designs, implements, and optimizes the motion planning and sequencing engines of our platform, developing the mathematical models, application state machines, and deployment integrations that move industrial robots safely and efficiently.

What does the Robotics System team do?

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The Robotics System team is divided into three specialized sub-teams that collaborate to bring industrial robots to life:

Robotics System Team 1: Kinematics & Motion Planning

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We own the math, physics, and kinematics solvers of the Mujin Controller:

Kinematics & Dynamics

We develop inverse kinematics (IK) solvers and dynamic robot models to calculate accurate motor positions and forces.

Collision Avoidance

We build fast, real-time collision-checking algorithms that calculate safe pathways around obstacles and cell walls.

Trajectory Optimization

We write algorithms that smooth paths, minimize cycle times, and prevent joint wear by optimizing acceleration profiles.

Robotics System Team 2: Application Logic & Sequencing

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We own the logic flow and picking sequence of Mujin solutions:

Pick-and-Place Sequencing

We design state machines that coordinate when to look, when to pick, how to orient products, and when to place them.

Error Recovery Logic

We write robust recovery logic to handle real-world challenges, such as suction slips, box overlaps, or temporary conveyor blocks.

Gripper Control APIs

We build the software interfaces that manage gripper states, vacuum levels, mechanical states, and pressure sensors.

Robotics System Team 3: Deployment & Customization

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We optimize the final stage of Mujin robotic deployments:

Site Parameter Tuning

We analyze speed curves, conveyor timings, and grip delays to squeeze out performance, reducing cycle times.

Custom Integration

We write custom adapters and scripts to connect the Mujin Controller with unique warehouse systems and sensors.

Deployment Troubleshooting

We collaborate with onsite field engineers to debug unique environment problems (e.g. ambient lighting issues or custom box sizes).

What technology stack and engineering workflows do we use?

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We build latency-critical motion algorithms and robust application logic:

  1. Robotics System Team 1 (Kinematics & Motion)
    • Languages & Concepts: High-performance C++ for core kinematics and motion solvers, Python for algorithm prototyping, numerical optimization, and linear algebra.
    • Workflow: Simulating motion profiles and testing trajectories directly on industrial robot arms in our workshop.
  2. Robotics System Team 2 (Application & Logic)
    • Languages & Frameworks: Python for high-level state machines and sequence scripts, C++ for performance bindings, custom finite state machines (FSM).
    • Workflow: Writing tests to verify behavior under unexpected events (e.g. lost vacuum signals) and direct physical tuning in test cells.
  3. Robotics System Team 3 (Deployment & Tuning)
    • Languages & Frameworks: Python for custom scripts and adapters, shell scripting, performance analyzers, and remote debugging tools.
    • Workflow: Profiling system behavior in pilot test setups and collaborating with onsite engineers.

Who succeeds in the Robotics System team?

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We look for logical and analytical problem solvers who love robotics fundamentals:

  • Technical Competence: Strong command of C++, Python, linear algebra, robotics math, or system debugging.
  • Effective Collaboration: Ability to work across teams (Vision, Hardware, Deployment) to translate sensor inputs into smooth, reliable picking sequences.
  • Continuous Learning & Adaptability: Eagerness to dive into new robotics literature, debug real-world edge cases, and adapt to different factory environments.

How can you join the Robotics System team?

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If you want to solve core motion planning, sequencing, or deployment challenges, apply today:

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