Staff Robotics Engineer (f/m/d)

Hexagon Robotics; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 110.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible hours

Hybrid work model

Mobility credit CHF 500

Pension contributions

Relocation support

Training opportunities

Team events

International culture

Zusammenfassung

Hexagon Robotics, based in Zürich, is seeking a Staff Robotics Engineer to design and develop robust software on embedded Linux for our humanoid robots. The role involves close hardware collaboration and cross-functional teamwork to take our prototype to production.

You will lead the development of state-of-the-art planning and control algorithms, with hands-on implementation and testing on robots, and you’ll build scalable training pipelines for reinforcement learning in a fast-paced,

Qualifikationen

• PhD or MSc in robotics, computer science, or related field.
• 5+ years creating planning and control algorithms for robotic products.
• Expertise in planning/control methods: sampling-based, optimization-based, ML-based.
• Strong Python and C++ programming skills.
• Familiarity with robotics frameworks like ROS2 and Omniverse.

Aufgaben

• Guide the team in applying state-of-the-art whole-body control algorithms for humanoid robots.
• Hands-on implementation and testing of whole-body controllers on robots.
• Develop scalable training pipelines for reinforcement/imitation learning.
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to move from prototype to serial production.
• Participate in an R&D culture with startup spirit to solve real-world robotics problems.

Kenntnisse

Python

C++

ROS2

Omniverse

Whole-body control

Ausbildung

PhD/MSc in Robotics

Tools

Hardware interfacing

Jobbeschreibung

Hexagon Robotics is a division of Hexagon – a global leader in precision measurement. Established in 2025, Hexagon Robotics develops humanoid robots for industrial sectors to address labor shortages and enable the transition from automation to autonomy. The first humanoid product, AEON, was launched in June 2025 and combines agility, awareness, spatial intelligence and versatility to provide a market-leading solution for automotive, transportation, aerospace, manufacturing, and logistics customers.

We are looking for an Staff Robotics Engineer to design and develop robust, scalable software running on embedded Linux, working close to the hardware and collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams to bring our humanoid robots from prototype to production.

Your Mission

• Guide the team in applying state-of-the-art algorithms for whole-body control of humanoid robots
• Hands-on implementation of whole-body controllers, including testing and evaluation on robots
• Develop scalable training pipelines for reinforcement / imitation learning
• Work in a multicultural and interdisciplinary environment developing a novel robot from prototype to serial production
• Team-oriented, problem-solving and creative thinking to push boundaries of cutting-edge technologies
• Being part of an R&D division with startup spirit in a globally active company: we work in an iterative fashion to solve complex real-world problems at the frontier of robotics

Your Skillset

• PhD/MSc in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in developing planning and control algorithms, preferably on robotic products
• Expertise in a wide range of methods for planning and control - sampling-based, optimization-based, ML-based.
• Solid programming skills in Python and C++
• Knowledge of robotics frameworks and tools (particularly ROS2, Omniverse) and ability to work closely with other robotics teams

What You’ll Get

• Flexible working hours and a hybrid model for real work-life balance
• CHF 500 mobility credit for sustainable commuting
• Bonus system & strong pension contributions
• Tailored training & development opportunities
• Relocation support for a smooth start
• Discounts on health, mobility & entertainment
• Team events and a flat hierarchy where your voice counts
• A warm, international culture built on respect and collaboration