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Head of AI - Robotics

Lawrence Harvey
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 23 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£72,000 - £86,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • The company is seeking a Head of AI specializing in Robotics, Perception, Navigation, and Planning to lead the development of autonomous systems.
  • Candidates should have advanced expertise in integrating robotics with VLA/VLM/LLM frameworks and a strong background in robotic autonomy and semantic mapping.
  • The role requires hands-on leadership and experience in designing and implementing autonomous systems, with a focus on AI/ML workflows.
  • Competitive salary, equity, and benefits are offered, though the exact salary is not specified.
  • Applicants should possess a proven track record in AI/ML and robotics, with a minimum of several years of relevant experience.

Head of AI - Robotic Autonomy

Are you passionate about building autonomous systems that redefine robotics?

We're searching for a Head of AI with expertise in Robotics, Perception, Navigation, and Planning, specialising in integrating these capabilities with VLA/VLM/LLM frameworks and knowledge bases to achieve true robotic autonomy.

This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical innovation with strategic vision, offering a unique opportunity to pioneer advancements at the intersection of AI and robotics.

Key responsibilities:

  • Establish and own the adoption of state-of-the-art AI/ML and robotics technologies.
  • Lead hands-on integration of robotic systems with advanced reasoning and knowledge-based frameworks.
  • Develop robust robotic world models using VLA/VLM/LLM solutions or similar alternatives.
  • Oversee end-to-end AI/ML workflows, including research, model training, and deployment in simulated and real-world environments.
  • Advance semantic mapping, SLAM, and other critical technologies to enhance robotic autonomy.

About you:

  • Advanced expertise in robotics, perception, navigation, and planning, with a proven ability to integrate these systems with VLA, VLM, LLM, or equivalent technologies.
  • Strong background in robotic autonomy, semantic mapping, SLAM, and knowledge-based frameworks.
  • A track record of impactful publications and innovative projects in AI/ML and robotics.
  • Proficiency in Python, cloud platforms, databases, and modern ML pipelines.
  • Hands-on experience in designing and implementing autonomous systems in complex environments.
  • Visionary leadership and a passion for solving challenging problems through AI-driven innovation.

Location: London (hybrid working).

Relocation opportunities available.

Compensation: Competitive salary + equity + benefits.

Join us on our mission to redefine what robots can do. With your expertise, we'll bring fully autonomous, intelligent systems to life, transforming industries and unlocking a new era of possibilities.

Apply now for immediate consideration.

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