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Head of AI - Robotic Autonomy

Are you ready to revolutionise the world of robotics as a Head of AI?

Do you want to join a growing visionary team that's redefining human-machine collaboration?

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).

Compensation:

Competitive salary + equity + benefits.

This is your chance to lead groundbreaking work in AI and robotics, influencing the next generation of autonomous systems and driving significant innovation within the field.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Ready to make a difference? Let’s connect! Reach out to Danielle Blake at .

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