MoveATech
Job Title:
Head of Robotics Engineering
About the Company This company is transforming the way industrial and commercial work is performed by combining advanced robotics and artificial intelligence. Its mission is to modernise skilled trades by introducing intelligent, autonomous systems that improve safety, productivity, and job quality on real-world worksites.
The long-term vision is to create smarter, safer, and more attractive work environments where projects are delivered faster, at higher quality, and with greater reliability.
Job Summary The Head of Engineering will lead all technical aspects of the organisation, overseeing the development of robotics, AI, and software systems from strategy through execution. This is a senior leadership role with high ownership, responsible for shaping the technology roadmap, building a strong engineering culture, and delivering robust, production‑ready systems.
This role is hands‑on and highly collaborative, working closely with leadership, investors, and cross‑functional teams to turn ambitious technical vision into deployed products.
Key Responsibilities
Define and execute the overall engineering and technology roadmap aligned with business objectives
Make high-level architectural decisions across hardware, software, and AI systems AI & Machine Learning
Lead the integration of advanced AI and machine learning techniques into robotic platforms
Guide development of learning-based systems that enable robots to acquire skills from human demonstrations
Robotics Hardware & Controls
Oversee hardware iterations, prototyping, and system integration
Apply deep expertise in robotic controls, sensors, actuators, and end‑effectors to optimise performance and reliability
Software Architecture
Contribute to scalable, maintainable, and secure software architectures
Ensure strong integration between embedded systems, robotics software, and AI components
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing engineering team
Foster a collaborative and innovative culture using effective agile and Scrum-based development practices
System Integration
Own end-to-end integration of hardware, software, and AI systems
Ensure systems perform reliably in real-world operational environments
External & Strategic Engagement
Act as a senior technical representative in discussions with partners and stakeholders
Support fundraising activities through technical presentations and due diligence
Stay current with advancements in robotics, AI, and automation
Identify opportunities to apply emerging technologies to product development
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
7–10+ years of experience in robotics and AI/ML development
Experience working in startup or fast-paced product environments
Hands‑on background in designing, developing, and testing hardware and software systems
Proficiency in Python and C++
Strong knowledge of computer vision, machine learning, and deep learning
Experience with robotic controls, sensors, and actuators
Familiarity with agile development methodologies
Proven experience leading and managing engineering teams
Comfortable leveraging modern AI tools to accelerate engineering problem-solving
Preferred
Master’s or PhD in a relevant discipline
Experience with robotics simulation and analysis tools
Familiarity with computer vision libraries
Background in reinforcement learning and physical AI policy development
Experience working with industrial robotic platforms
Agile or Scrum-related certifications
If you’re ready to lead cutting‑edge robotics innovation and make a real impact in the industry, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and join us on this exciting journey!
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Head of Robotics Engineering
About the Company This company is transforming the way industrial and commercial work is performed by combining advanced robotics and artificial intelligence. Its mission is to modernise skilled trades by introducing intelligent, autonomous systems that improve safety, productivity, and job quality on real-world worksites.
The long-term vision is to create smarter, safer, and more attractive work environments where projects are delivered faster, at higher quality, and with greater reliability.
Job Summary The Head of Engineering will lead all technical aspects of the organisation, overseeing the development of robotics, AI, and software systems from strategy through execution. This is a senior leadership role with high ownership, responsible for shaping the technology roadmap, building a strong engineering culture, and delivering robust, production‑ready systems.
This role is hands‑on and highly collaborative, working closely with leadership, investors, and cross‑functional teams to turn ambitious technical vision into deployed products.
Key Responsibilities
Define and execute the overall engineering and technology roadmap aligned with business objectives
Make high-level architectural decisions across hardware, software, and AI systems AI & Machine Learning
Lead the integration of advanced AI and machine learning techniques into robotic platforms
Guide development of learning-based systems that enable robots to acquire skills from human demonstrations
Robotics Hardware & Controls
Oversee hardware iterations, prototyping, and system integration
Apply deep expertise in robotic controls, sensors, actuators, and end‑effectors to optimise performance and reliability
Software Architecture
Contribute to scalable, maintainable, and secure software architectures
Ensure strong integration between embedded systems, robotics software, and AI components
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing engineering team
Foster a collaborative and innovative culture using effective agile and Scrum-based development practices
System Integration
Own end-to-end integration of hardware, software, and AI systems
Ensure systems perform reliably in real-world operational environments
External & Strategic Engagement
Act as a senior technical representative in discussions with partners and stakeholders
Support fundraising activities through technical presentations and due diligence
Stay current with advancements in robotics, AI, and automation
Identify opportunities to apply emerging technologies to product development
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
7–10+ years of experience in robotics and AI/ML development
Experience working in startup or fast-paced product environments
Hands‑on background in designing, developing, and testing hardware and software systems
Proficiency in Python and C++
Strong knowledge of computer vision, machine learning, and deep learning
Experience with robotic controls, sensors, and actuators
Familiarity with agile development methodologies
Proven experience leading and managing engineering teams
Comfortable leveraging modern AI tools to accelerate engineering problem-solving
Preferred
Master’s or PhD in a relevant discipline
Experience with robotics simulation and analysis tools
Familiarity with computer vision libraries
Background in reinforcement learning and physical AI policy development
Experience working with industrial robotic platforms
Agile or Scrum-related certifications
If you’re ready to lead cutting‑edge robotics innovation and make a real impact in the industry, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and join us on this exciting journey!
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