Robotic jobs in United Kingdom

Our client is a pioneering company in the AI and robotics space based in the UK, focused on creating the worlds most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Their first humanoid robot, HMND 01, is a next-generation labor automation unit, delivering highly efficient services across a variety of industrial use cases.

We are currently seeking a Head of AI to join their team in London, UK.

Lead the adoption and integration of cutting‑edge AI/ML and robotics innovations to enhance humanoid robot capabilities, ensuring the company remains ahead of the technology curve.

Deliver true autonomy for humanoid robots by orchestrating seamless integration of advanced reasoning, navigation, and perception technologies across teams.

Spearhead strategic partnerships with leading robotics firms and top‑tier universities to advance research, technology, and product development in humanoid robotics.

Shape and drive the long‑term vision for fully autonomous, self‑aware humanoid robots, ensuring they meet the evolving demands of real‑world applications.

Design and streamline the information flow and infrastructure to facilitate collaboration and integration across interdisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal performance of robotic systems.

MS or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, AI, or a related field, with a focus on autonomous systems and humanoid robotics.

Proven leadership experience, managing AI and robotics teams, and delivering complex robotic autonomy projects from conception to execution.

A track record of leading and executing AI and robotics initiatives, with a portfolio of influential publications, patents, and successful projects demonstrating expertise in robotic autonomy and intelligence.

Expertise in Robotic Autonomy and experience with VLA/VLM/LLM/RT‑X or equivalent solutions for dynamic Robotic World Modeling and advanced decision‑making systems for humanoid robots.

Hands‑on experience with Python, cloud platforms, databases, and ML frameworks, with a proven ability to integrate and implement AI‑driven solutions into humanoid robots.

Demonstrated ability to lead cutting‑edge research efforts and translate them into practical, deployable AI solutions for humanoid robotics in both simulated and real‑world environments.

Strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration skills, driving the integration of AI, robotics, and engineering teams to deliver high‑impact autonomous robot systems.

Solid background in computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, system design, deep learning, and probability theory, applied to real‑world robotics challenges.

Comprehensive knowledge of Robotics Navigation, Perception, and Reasoning, with the ability to strategically guide teams in advancing humanoid robot capabilities to industry‑leading standards.

Highly competitive salary + stock options

23 working days of vacation per year

Opportunity to work on the latest technologies in AI, Robotics, Blockchain, and more

Startup environment offering a dynamic and innovative work culture