Robotics Engineer

Understanding Recruitment
Cambridge
4 months ago
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Overview

Robotics Engineer - Cambridge (Hybrid - 3 days per week in office)


A UK-based deep defence-tech startup backed by Entrepreneur First is looking for a Senior ML Engineer to join their Core ML team in Cambridge.


Responsibilities


  • Design multi-agent planning algorithms that decompose complex missions into coordinated high-level tasks, with clear hierarchical interfaces between strategic goals and robotic actions (using PDDL)
  • Develop software translating behavioral requests into executable commands across robotic platforms, while integrating diverse motion planners for heterogeneous robot teams (navigation stacks, manipulation planners like MoveIt)
  • Implement geometric reasoning and feasibility checks to ensure physically achievable actions, providing critical system feedback for adaptive mission responses


Qualifications


  • Advanced degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related engineering discipline
  • Proven expertise across robotics planning spectrum (strategic task planning to motion control)
  • Background in reinforcement learning and automated planning (PDDL experience)
  • Deep ROS 2 expertise with planning ecosystems (Nav2, MoveIt frameworks)
  • Strong foundation in collision detection, path planning, and spatial algorithms
  • Expert-level C++ and Python development skills


Benefits


  • Salary of £60,000-£90,000 dependent on experience
  • Architect core systems that coordinate fleets of heterogeneous robots
  • Collaborate with a talented team pushing the boundaries of autonomous robotics


Apply now for immediate consideration!


Seniority level


  • Mid-Senior level


Employment type


  • Full-time


Job function


  • Information Technology


Industries


  • IT Services and IT Consulting


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