Job Title:
Robotics Technical Lead (AI & Manipulation)
About UnitX:
UnitX builds the world's leading physical AI systems to automate repetitive visual tasks in factories. UnitX is a fast-moving startup with a team from Stanford, MIT, Google, and beyond. Since inception, UnitX has deployed 1,000+ mission-critical systems across 190+ of the world's leading manufacturers' production lines. Every year, $15B worth of products go through UnitX's 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.
Role Overview:
We’re looking for a visionary and hands-on Robotics Technical Lead (AI & Manipulation) 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. 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.
What we are looking for:
8+ years of experience in AI, robotics, or related domains.
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
What We Do
UnitX was built in 2018 by a team of engineers from Stanford, MIT, and Google with deep respect for the manufacturing industry, UnitX is a robotics company automating repetitive visual tasks in manufacturing industries. We have made this physically demanding and unsafe job an innovative, precise, and easy-to-deploy process all while using deep learning and robotics. UnitX has deployed our product on production lines throughout the country where we have increased the defect inspection rate while simultaneously amplifying the cycle time far above that of a human inspector. We are building the world’s best team in robotics. Join us in building out an industry where we automate repetitive tasks and maximize human intellect! Visit to view our open positions.
