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Robotics Jobs in London

The UK's tech and finance hub, home to a diverse robotics ecosystem. From startups to global giants, London offers a unique blend of innovation and industry.

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London is a bustling metropolis that serves as the heart of the UK's tech and finance sectors. The city is home to a thriving robotics ecosystem, with a mix of innovative startups, research-heavy scaleups, and established multinational corporations. The robotics landscape in London is diverse, encompassing everything from autonomous vehicles and industrial automation to advanced robotics in healthcare and human-robot interaction. Many roles in London are hybrid, offering the flexibility of remote work while still benefiting from the city's vibrant tech community and networking opportunities.

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£28k – £180k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 46 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Senior Autonomy Engineer (SLAM & Navigation)

As a Senior Autonomy Engineer, you will lead the development of robust SLAM and navigation systems, integrating classical geometry with modern machine learning techniques. Your work will focus on enhancing spatial awareness, long-term mapping, and real-time trajectory execution in complex environments.

Humanoid London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Senior Platform Engineer - DV Cleared

This role involves designing, building, and operating secure, cloud-native platforms for mission-critical UK government systems. You will work in a highly secure environment, leading the development of scalable and resilient digital services, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and supporting live services.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom £70,000 – £80,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

AI Engineer

This role involves designing and delivering end-to-end agentic AI and LLM-based solutions for a leading investment house. You will work closely with business stakeholders to understand their workflows, prototype AI systems, and integrate these solutions into existing enterprise systems, focusing on rapid delivery and measurable business impact.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Contract

Business Capability Analyst — Back Office & Supply Chain

As a Business Capability Analyst, you will focus on building scalable operational foundations across procurement, inventory, logistics, and finance. You will lead the redesign of workflows, implement automated systems, and drive transformation initiatives to support rapid organisational growth. Your role involves defining process ownership, roles, and KPIs, and managing ERP integrations and digital tool architecture.

Humanoid London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Lead Software Engineer

As a Lead Software Engineer, you will architect and build high-performance systems for coordinating unmanned aerial vehicles and handling sensor data. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop real-time data processing tools and enhance system efficiency in distributed robotic setups.

Understanding Recruitment London, United Kingdom £120,000 – £151,000 pa
On-site Permanent

AI Engineer

The AI Engineer will join a newly established AI function to shape the adoption of AI across the organisation. Responsibilities include working with Microsoft Copilot Studio, building AI agents, and ensuring governance and integration within the Microsoft ecosystem. The role offers significant influence and the chance to build foundational AI frameworks.

Understanding Recruitment E16Bd, E1 6BD, United Kingdom £60,000 – £70,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Platform Engineer

As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will design, build, and maintain the foundational infrastructure for Automata’s LINQ platform, ensuring reliability, scalability, and compliance. You will collaborate with product, software, and field teams to accelerate developer productivity and support deployments in highly regulated environments, using cutting-edge technologies like Kubernetes, AWS, and GitOps.

Automata London, N1, United Kingdom £70,000 – £80,000 pa
Permanent

Staff Platform Engineer

As a Staff Platform Engineer, you will lead the technical direction of Automata’s platform infrastructure, defining architecture, driving standards, and enabling teams to deliver faster and more reliably across cloud and on-premise environments. You will work closely with product, engineering, and field teams to ensure successful customer deployments and mentor engineers to raise the technical bar.

Automata London, N1, United Kingdom £110,000 – £120,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Industrial Automation Engineer Jobs

£40k – £100k
19 open

Robotics Engineer Jobs

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Controls Engineer Jobs

£50k – £55k
6 open

Robotics Software Engineer Jobs

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Autonomous Vehicle Engineer Jobs

£40k – £60k
2 open

Robotics Technician Jobs

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Hiring in London

London's robotics sector is characterised by a dynamic mix of startups and established companies. Scaleups and research-heavy startups are particularly active, driving innovation in areas like autonomous vehicles and advanced manufacturing. The city's strong financial sector also provides ample funding for robotics projects.

The local tech community is highly collaborative, with frequent meetups and events that foster knowledge sharing and networking. This environment is ideal for professionals looking to stay at the forefront of robotics technology and connect with like-minded individuals.

Many companies in London offer hybrid work models, allowing robotics professionals to balance the benefits of on-site collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. This approach supports a healthy work-life balance while maintaining high levels of productivity and innovation.

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  • Common roles include robotics engineers, software developers specialising in AI and machine learning, and experts in human-robot interaction. There are also opportunities in research and development, particularly in autonomous systems and industrial automation.

  • Many robotics jobs in London offer hybrid models, combining the benefits of on-site collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. However, some roles, especially those involving hands-on development, may require more on-site presence.

  • The finance and automotive industries are significant drivers of robotics innovation in London. Additionally, healthcare and manufacturing are rapidly adopting advanced robotics technologies to improve efficiency and safety.

  • London's tech community is highly supportive, with numerous meetups, hackathons, and networking events. There are also dedicated robotics hubs and innovation centres that provide resources and collaboration opportunities for professionals.

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