Senior Robotics Engineer
About EyeX
EyeX is developing the next generation of AI-powered autonomous systems that combine robotics, computer vision, edge AI, and intelligent decision-making to solve real-world challenges.
Our autonomous platforms operate across public safety, industrial automation, mining, maritime operations, critical infrastructure, and defense — bringing advanced perception, navigation, and autonomy to environments where traditional solutions fall short.
We are looking for an exceptional Senior Robotics Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced autonomous robotic systems.
The Role
As a Senior Robotics Engineer, you will lead the architecture, development, and deployment of autonomous robotic platforms capable of operating safely in complex real-world environments.
You will collaborate with AI researchers, software engineers, and hardware teams to develop next-generation autonomous systems from concept through field deployment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and architecture of autonomous robotic systems
- Develop perception, localization, mapping, navigation, and motion planning algorithms
- Design and implement robotics software using ROS2, C++, and Python
- Integrate LiDAR, cameras, radar, GPS, IMUs, thermal sensors, and other robotic sensors
- Develop SLAM, sensor fusion, obstacle avoidance, and autonomous navigation capabilities
- Build and test robotic prototypes in real-world environments
- Optimize robotics performance, reliability, safety, and scalability
- Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across robotics projects
- Collaborate with AI, software, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams
- Evaluate and implement emerging robotics technologies
Required Qualifications
- PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Control Systems, or a closely related field (required)
- 5+ years of professional robotics engineering experience following completion of the PhD
- Expert knowledge of ROS2
- Strong programming skills in C++ and Python
- Proven experience developing autonomous robotic systems
- Strong understanding of robotics algorithms, kinematics, dynamics, controls, and system integration
- Experience with autonomous navigation, motion planning, SLAM, and sensor fusion
- Hands-on experience integrating LiDAR, cameras, radar, IMUs, GPS, and embedded robotic hardware
- Experience with Linux-based robotics development
- Excellent problem-solving and system debugging skills
- Ability to lead complex robotics projects from concept through deployment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with several of the following:
Nice to Have
- Publications in leading conferences such as ICRA, IROS, RSS, CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, or NeurIPS
- Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Startup or high-growth technology experience
- Patents or significant open-source robotics contributions
- Experience deploying autonomous robots in operational environments
Why EyeX
Join a team building AI-powered autonomous systems that make real-world operations safer, smarter, and more efficient. At EyeX, you’ll have the opportunity to lead ambitious robotics programs, work with cutting-edge AI technologies, and help shape the future of autonomous machines across multiple industries.