Head of Robotics Locomotion and Controls

ABOUT THE ROLE: Job descriptionsDefine the vision and roadmap for the Mobility Robotics stack, covering locomotion, navigation, motion planning, control, and the full mobility intelligence layer of the robotBuild and lead a high-performing Mobility Robotics team, combining robotics software engineers, control engineers, reinforcement learning engineersCollaborate closely with other teams like Mechanical, Electronics/Firmware, SLAM and Navigation and Systems Engineering teams to ensure seamless end-to-end integration between mobility software and the full robot systemStay ahead of industry and academic advances in locomotion, dynamic control, navigation, and autonomous mobility to shape R&D priorities and long-term technology strategyEnsure real-time, safe, and robust mobility performance in complex, unstructured, and continuously changing environmentsQualificationsMaster's or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or related fields 5 years minimum working in robotics softwareRequirementsStrong background in robot dynamics, kinematics, and control theory, including optimal control, and nonlinear systemsAdvanced experience with reinforcement learning, imitation learning for mobility and locomotionHands-on experience with model-based controllers such as MPC, WBC, or impedance controlExperience with physics-based simulation such as BulletSim, Mujoco, Isaac LabExperience integrating perception such as vision, depth into locomotionStrong interpersonal, organizational and leadership skillsProactive, dedicated, business-oriented, responsible and willing to learnGood communication skills, creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail