Understanding Recruitment
Robotics Engineer
Robotics Engineer at Understanding Recruitment, based in Cambridge, East of England. This is a permanent role with hybrid working.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · Hybrid
- Location
- Cambridge, East of England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Electrical Engineer
Reference 639522438855071142
About the role
Overview
Robotics Engineer - Cambridge (Hybrid - 3 days per week in office)
A UK-based deep defence-tech startup backed by Entrepreneur First is looking for a Senior ML Engineer to join their Core ML team in Cambridge.
Responsibilities
- Design multi-agent planning algorithms that decompose complex missions into coordinated high-level tasks, with clear hierarchical interfaces between strategic goals and robotic actions (using PDDL)
- Develop software translating behavioral requests into executable commands across robotic platforms, while integrating diverse motion planners for heterogeneous robot teams (navigation stacks, manipulation planners like MoveIt)
- Implement geometric reasoning and feasibility checks to ensure physically achievable actions, providing critical system feedback for adaptive mission responses
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related engineering discipline
- Proven expertise across robotics planning spectrum (strategic task planning to motion control)
- Background in reinforcement learning and automated planning (PDDL experience)
- Deep ROS 2 expertise with planning ecosystems (Nav2, MoveIt frameworks)
- Strong foundation in collision detection, path planning, and spatial algorithms
- Expert-level C++ and Python development skills
Benefits
- Salary of £60,000-£90,000 dependent on experience
- Architect core systems that coordinate fleets of heterogeneous robots
- Collaborate with a talented team pushing the boundaries of autonomous robotics
Apply now for immediate consideration!
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Information Technology
Industries
- IT Services and IT Consulting
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Reference: 639522438855071142 · Posted 38 minutes ago · Closes 12 Dec 2026 · Listed via Understanding Recruitment
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