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Principal robotics engineer

Sheffield
Lawrence Harvey
Robotics engineer
Posted: 14 July
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Want to work with a team who are building a software platform that lets roboticists deploy robot applications faster?

Robotics needs better developer tools. This team is building them.

A UK based start-up is looking for a Principal Robotics Engineer to lead on architecture, drive advanced R&D, and be at the forefront of solving some of the toughest autonomy and perception challenges in the field.

If you love working across motion control, Real Time systems and AI-powered autonomy; and want to shape tooling that speeds up robotics for everyone else - keep reading.

What You'll Be Doing:

* Own and build the robotics architecture - from drivers and simulators to autonomy layers
* Work alongside the CTO and CEO, and shape key technical decisions
* Develop and maintain integrations across ROS2, simulators, and robot hardware
* Prototype new features like reinforcement learning, vision pipelines and haptics - and help bring them into production
* Test and validate new ideas in simulation and on hardware
* Mentor more junior engineers and contribute to a strong engineering culture
* Share knowledge through internal docs, guides, and external demos or talks

What They're Looking For:

* 5-7+ years in robotics R&D or applied robotics engineering
* A degree in Robotics, Engineering, Computer Science or similar
* Strong background in kinematics, perception, motion planning and/or autonomy
* Hands-on with ROS2 and simulation tools like Gazebo or Isaac
* Comfortable moving from research prototypes to clean, scalable code
* Solid experience integrating with real robot hardware and systems

Nice to Have:

* Publications or patents in robotics
* Experience with telexistence, VR/AR control, or remote operation
* Familiarity with functional safety or robotics certification standards
* Open-source contributions or involvement in robotics communities

Hybrid/Flexible working with offices in Sheffield.

Salary up to £90, + benefits depending on experience

Want to make a real impact? Apply now for immediate consideration.

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

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