Head of AI & Robotics
Job Title:
Head of AI & Robotics
About UnitX:
UnitX is building the world’s best robotics product to accelerate human productivity in manufacturing. UnitX is a fast-moving startup with a team from Stanford and Google. Since inception, UnitX has shipped 1000+ mission-critical systems across 150+ of the world's leading manufacturers' production lines. Every year, $2.8B dollar worth of products (think EV batteries) go through UnitX AI inspection system to ensure quality.
If you are a customer-obsessed, first-principle problem solver who loves getting into the technical nitty gritty to deliver compelling, quantifiable, and scalable value to our customer within the 24/7 mission-critical manufacturing world, there is truly no better place to do it than UnitX. We have assembled a world-class team of problem solvers in Silicon Valley and would love to talk to you.
About this role:
We’re looking for a visionary and hands-on Head of AI and Robotics to lead the development of our next-generation AI based robotics products. This role is critical to driving the convergence of deep learning, robotics, perception, and real-world deployments. You’ll lead a cross-functional team of software, hardware and machine learning engineers, shaping our strategy for advanced AI models, robotic perception, control systems, and deployment at scale. Your work will directly impact how machines understand, interact with, and adapt to the physical world.
What you will do:
Own and drive the AI & Robotics roadmap, from R&D to deployment in real-world systems.
Lead teams in developing models for vision, control, and decision-making (e.g., deep learning, classical control, sensor fusion).
Architect and oversee implementation of real-time perception, manipulation, or motion planning algorithms.
Build foundational models or modular AI components to scale across robotic platforms.
Define and enforce engineering best practices for data collection, training pipelines, and model validation.
Partner with Hardware, Product, and Supply Chain teams to deliver reliable systems with tight feedback loops.
Evaluate and integrate state-of-the-art research; stay ahead of trends in robotics, AI, and simulation.
Hire, mentor, and grow a high-performance technical team.
What we are looking for:
8+ years of experience in AI, robotics, or related domains, with at least 3 years in technical leadership roles.
Proven experience shipping mission-critical AI-powered robotic systems or products (e.g., in automation, logistics, or manufacturing).
Deep expertise in one or more of: computer vision, reinforcement learning, motion planning, control, or edge deployment.
Fluency with modern ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow), robotic middleware (ROS2, DDS), and simulation tools (Isaac Sim, Gazebo, etc.).
Strong understanding of systems integration — bridging AI, firmware, and mechanical systems.
Track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
PhD or MS in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
Nice to have:
Experience in factory or industrial automation environments.
Familiarity with real-time systems, sensor calibration, and hardware constraints.
Benefits:
Competitive salary & equity
Unlimited PTO
Full Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k
Daily meals provided with your own choice
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