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Robotics Jobs in Cambridge

Cambridge is a hub for cutting-edge robotics research and development, home to world-class universities and innovative tech companies.

Open roles
8
Salary range
£45k – £118k
Hiring companies
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Cambridge is renowned for its strong academic and industrial presence in robotics. The city hosts leading universities like the University of Cambridge, which conducts pioneering research in areas such as robot perception, motion planning, and human-robot interaction. Alongside academia, the local tech ecosystem includes a mix of scaleups, research-heavy startups, and larger consultancies, all contributing to a vibrant and dynamic robotics community. Whether you're working on autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, or advanced mechatronics, Cambridge offers a wealth of opportunities for robotics professionals.

Salary on the board

£45k – £118k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 6 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

Live jobs

8 live roles

Electronic Engineer

This role involves taking ownership of prototype development and testing, collaborating with mechanical and software engineering teams, and leading on debugging and PCB design. The position requires 5+ years of experience in PCB and electronics environments, knowledge of embedded systems and FPGAs, and experience with robot operating systems and control systems.

Eclectic Recruitment Cambridge, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa

Contract Robotics Controls Engineer

The role involves working on-site in Cambridgeshire to develop and optimize an autonomous robotic platform. Responsibilities include tuning motor performance, troubleshooting motion-control issues, and improving the reliability and performance of the robotic system. The position requires strong hands-on experience with C++, ROS, stepper motors, and motor controllers.

Redline Group Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £45 – £50 ph

Robotics Software Engineer - C

Are you an experienced Robotics Software Engineer - C# actively looking for a new role?Do you live in the Hertfordshire area or would love the opportunity to relocate and work in one of the UK's most exciting technology hubs?If so,...

Redline Group Melbourn, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Electrical Systems Engineer

Design and develop electrical control systems for bespoke industrial machinery, from concept through commissioning, integrating PLCs, HMIs, motion control, and safety systems. Collaborate with mechanical teams to deliver high-performance automated solutions in a technically demanding environment. Take ownership of projects and contribute to the modernisation of control architectures within a supportive engineering culture.

Tec Partners Recruitment Ltd Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa
On-site Permanent
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Compiler Engineer - AI Inference

This role involves developing advanced compiler technologies for AI inference and training workloads on NVIDIA GPUs. You'll focus on kernel generation, computational graph optimizations, and MLIR-based compiler frameworks while collaborating closely with hardware and software teams. The position emphasizes innovation in AI performance and co-design of future silicon architectures for datacenter-scale deployments.

NVIDIA Cambridge, United Kingdom
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Machine Learning Engineer

Inventing innovative machine learning systems to solve real-world problems in the defence sectorCambridge; to c£70,000 DoE + BenefitsThis innovative team of engineers and scientists are using machine learning tightly integrated with modern electronics to create new classes of devices for...

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £70,000 pa

Machine Learning Engineer (Computer Vision)

This role involves designing, training, and deploying computer vision models across the full machine learning lifecycle. You will work closely with engineers, data scientists, and domain experts to build production-ready systems and evaluate model performance in complex real-world environments.

Platform Recruitment Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £85,000 – £160,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Robotics Software Engineer - C++ ROS2

Design and develop software for advanced robotic platforms using C++ and ROS2 in an Agile environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to test, debug, and validate robotic systems, with occasional on-site support and field travel. Work within a tech-for-good startup focused on innovation in robotics.

Redline Group Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £55,000 – £75,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Robotics Engineer Jobs

£50k – £75k
3 open

Robotics Software Engineer Jobs

£50k – £75k
2 open

Controls Engineer Jobs

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The scene

Hiring in Cambridge

Cambridge's robotics sector is characterised by a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration. Companies here often work closely with academic institutions, fostering a unique environment where theoretical research and practical application go hand in hand.

The city's reputation for excellence attracts top talent from around the world, making it a highly competitive but rewarding place to build a career in robotics. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Cambridge offers a wealth of opportunities to grow and contribute to the field.

FAQs

Common questions

  • Common roles include robotics researchers, software engineers, and systems integrators, focusing on areas like perception, motion planning, and human-robot interaction.

  • Many roles in Cambridge are on-site due to the collaborative nature of robotics research and development, though some companies offer hybrid options.

  • Companies range from academic institutions and research labs to tech scaleups and larger consultancies, all actively involved in robotics innovation.

  • Salaries for robotics roles in Cambridge are competitive and reflect the high demand for skilled professionals. For specific salary ranges, refer to the salary section on this page.

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