About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Robotics-AI Team Lead to spearhead our Robotic AI project. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in robotic manipulation and computer vision, combined with strong leadership abilities to guide a cross-functional team through all project phases from conceptualization to deployment. This role includes significant mentorship responsibilities to develop junior talent and foster career growth within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of robotic-AI solutions in an industrial environment

• Oversee system architecture design for integrated perception, planning, and manipulation

• Manage a team of robotics engineers, software developers, and system integrators

• Establish technical requirements, milestones, and performance metrics

• Drive innovation in 3D perception and grasp planning algorithms

• Collaborate with product management and operations teams to ensure solutions meet business requirements

• Evaluate and select appropriate hardware components and software frameworks

• Guide the development of robust testing procedures and quality assurance protocols

• Present technical progress and roadmaps to executive leadership

• Create personalized development plans for junior team members

• Provide regular technical mentoring sessions and code reviews

• Identify growth opportunities and stretch assignments for team development

• Establish training programs for robotics fundamentals and advanced techniques

Required Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

• 5+ years of experience in industrial robotics, with at least 3 years in a leadership role

• Extensive knowledge of 3D perception systems (structured light, stereo vision, LiDAR)

• Proven expertise in object pose estimation and tracking algorithms

• Strong background in motion planning and grasp synthesis techniques

• Experience with ROS, OpenCV, PCL, and similar robotics/vision frameworks

• Proficiency in C++/Python programming for real-time robotic systems

• Demonstrated success delivering robotic manipulation systems in production environments

• Experience with industrial robot manipulators (e.g., ABB, KUKA, Universal Robots)

• Proven track record of coaching and mentoring junior engineers

• Experience creating and executing technical training curricula

Preferred Skills

• Experience with bin-picking applications specifically

• Knowledge of deep learning approaches for robotic perception and grasping

• Familiarity with simulation environments (Gazebo, Isaac Sim, etc.)

• Background in sensor fusion techniques and multi-modal perception

• Understanding of industrial safety standards for collaborative robotics

• Experience with PLC integration and industrial communication protocols

• Project management certifications or formal training

• Teaching or instructional experience in robotics or related fields

• Experience with career development frameworks and progression planning

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and technical creativity

• Strong communication skills to translate complex technical concepts

• Ability to mentor and develop technical talent

• Detail-oriented with excellent documentation practices

• Resilient under pressure with ability to adapt to changing requirements

• Patient and supportive teaching style

• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in engineering teams

• Skill in providing constructive feedback that motivates improvement

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package

• Opportunity to shape cutting-edge robotics technology

• Collaborative work environment with talented engineers

• Professional development and conference attendance support

• Modern lab facilities with state-of-the-art equipment

• Structured mentorship program with resources for team development

• Budget allocation for team training and educational materials