Lawrence Harvey | Manipulation Lead - Robotics

Lawrence Harvey
London
11 months ago
Applications closed

Job Description

Manipulation Lead

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of robotics and AI?

A cutting-edge robotics start-up is pushing the limits of AI and automation, and we need your expertise to help power the future of robotics and Im searching for a Manipulation Lead to join their growing team.

What Youll Do:

  • Define and steer research initiatives in manipulation aligned with real-world impact, leading from the front
  • Mentor and inspire the next generation of AI/ML innovators.
  • Collaborate across teams to transform research into cutting-edge solutions.
  • Stay ahead of trends in AI/ML, manipulation, perception and robotics to shape our strategy.
  • Drive IP generation through and represent us on global stages, building partnerships that matter.
  • Contribute to grant and funding proposals to secure external sponsorships.

What Were Looking For:

  • Ph.D. (or equivalent experience) in AI, ML, robotics, or related fields.
  • Expertise in manipulation, reinforcement learning, motion planning, and perception.
  • A track record of conducting research and publishing in top-tier AI/ML conferences and journals.
  • Proficiency in Python, C++, or MATLAB with experience in AI/ML libraries.
  • Creativity, curiosity, and a drive to solve real-world robotics challenges.
  • Knowledge of Open-Knowledge Models for Robotics is desirable.
  • Familiarity with Vision-Language Action (VLA) networks and Language Models (LLMs) to enhance robot perception and interaction capabilities.

Offices based in London - hybrid working.

Relocation opportunities available.

Competitive salary + equity + benefits.

Join this team as they redefine the future of work, building robots that not only fill critical labour gaps but also unlock human potential in ways we never thought possible.

If youre a top-tier engineer excited by the prospect of driving AI innovation in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Lawrence Harvey is acting as an Employment Business in regards to this position.

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