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CTO/ Head of Engineering (robotic endoscopy) at CAREERS AT NLC. . Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands. CTO/ Head of Engineering (robotic endoscopy). . Location:. remote from Europe with occasional commute to Strasbourg. Commitment: . full time. Start Date: . end of Q1 2026. Package: m. arket-competitive salary for early-stage startups, plus performance bonus and milestone-based equity. . About the Company. . AIDO is an early stage medical robotics venture on a mission to transform the fight against cancer through innovation in robotic endoscopy. Originating from the world renowned . IHU Strasbourg. , the company is developing a novel robotic . “third hand” add-on for. flexible endoscopes, a compact and intuitive electromechanical assistant that enhances how therapeutic endoscopic procedures are performed.. . AIDO’s proprietary technology improves . ergonomics. , . stability. , and . instrument control. , reducing the physical strain and coordination burden typically placed on endoscopists. By making complex therapeutic procedures . easier. , . more reproducible. , and . more comfortable. to perform, AIDO enables physicians to treat cancers and pre cancerous lesions . endoscopically rather than surgically. , supporting earlier and non-invasive intervention for patients.. . Validated by more than . 60 clinicians. , AIDO is now entering a pivotal phase, industrializing its prototype into a clinical grade medical device, advancing regulatory pathways, and shaping future . AI enabled. capabilities.. .  . . The Role. . AIDO is seeking a . hands-on CTO / Head of Engineering. who can lead product development end to end, establish the engineering foundation of the company, and drive the technical roadmap as it enters a new phase of growth.. . This role combines strategic influence with deep technical execution. The successful candidate will work closely with suppliers, clinicians, and the CEO to bring a safe, intuitive, and robust device to market.. .  . . Key Responsibilities. . . Lead the . design, development, and validation. of the electromechanical endoscopy-assist device.. . Translate physician feedback into . ergonomic, intuitive. product improvements.. . Build and implement the . QMS (ISO 13485). and guide EU/US regulatory strategy.. . Manage and challenge external suppliers while building internal engineering know-how.. . Drive the . V&V plan. for CE (Class I initial version) and future 510(k) pathways.. . Strengthen the company’s . IP position. and contribute to technology strategy.. . Support upcoming . fundraising. with technical expertise.. . Build and lead AIDO’s engineering team over time.. . . Profile Requirements. . . 10 years of experience (approx.) in . medical devices. , . robotics. , or . electromechanical systems. .. . Track record bringing hardware-based medical devices from prototype to clinical or commercial launch.. . Strong . hands-on engineering ability. (mechanical/electromechanical/AI).. . Solid understanding of . ISO 13485. , . CE marking. , . V&V. , and ideally . 510(k). processes.. . Sensitivity to usability and clinical workflow constraints.. . Comfortable working in early-stage environments with high ownership and autonomy.. . Excellent communication with clinicians, engineers, and investors.. . Experience in endoscopy, surgical robotics, imaging and/or AI is a strong plus.. . .  . . About NLC. . NLC Health Ventures is a leading healthtech and biotech innovation platform based in Amsterdam, combining venture building and fund management across Europe and North America. With 40-45 employees, NLC manages four captive funds investing in ventures from pre-seed to Series B-C, and is fundraising for a fifth fund. The funds have a diverse LP base and are invested in over 70 companies. NLC values a collaborative, open, and impact-driven culture, where team members’ ideas and contributions truly matter.