MoveATech · 1 day ago
Head of Robotics Engineering
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
7+ years expMoveATech is transforming the way industrial and commercial work is performed by combining advanced robotics and artificial intelligence. The Head of Engineering will lead all technical aspects of the organization, overseeing the development of robotics, AI, and software systems from strategy through execution.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Bev Evans
Responsibilities
Define and execute the overall engineering and technology roadmap aligned with business objectives
Make high-level architectural decisions across hardware, software, and AI systems AI & Machine Learning
Lead the integration of advanced AI and machine learning techniques into robotic platforms
Guide development of learning-based systems that enable robots to acquire skills from human demonstrations
Oversee hardware iterations, prototyping, and system integration
Apply deep expertise in robotic controls, sensors, actuators, and end-effectors to optimise performance and reliability
Contribute to scalable, maintainable, and secure software architectures
Ensure strong integration between embedded systems, robotics software, and AI components
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing engineering team
Foster a collaborative and innovative culture using effective agile and Scrum-based development practices
Own end-to-end integration of hardware, software, and AI systems
Ensure systems perform reliably in real-world operational environments
Act as a senior technical representative in discussions with partners and stakeholders
Support fundraising activities through technical presentations and due diligence
Stay current with advancements in robotics, AI, and automation
Identify opportunities to apply emerging technologies to product development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
7–10+ years of experience in robotics and AI/ML development
Experience working in startup or fast-paced product environments
Hands-on background in designing, developing, and testing hardware and software systems
Proficiency in Python and C++
Strong knowledge of computer vision, machine learning, and deep learning
Experience with robotic controls, sensors, and actuators
Familiarity with agile development methodologies
Proven experience leading and managing engineering teams
Comfortable leveraging modern AI tools to accelerate engineering problem-solving
Preferred
Master's or PhD in a relevant discipline
Experience with robotics simulation and analysis tools
Familiarity with computer vision libraries
Background in reinforcement learning and physical AI policy development
Experience working with industrial robotic platforms
Agile or Scrum-related certifications
Company
MoveATech
MoveATech is a niche and trusted partner in the engineering recruitment space, providing a project-led approach to clients internationally in Engineering, Construction and Automation.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase