Senior Robotics & Planning Engineer: Multi-Agent Autonomy

Understanding Recruitment; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based deep defence-tech startup is seeking a Robotics Engineer to develop multi-agent planning algorithms and software for robotic platforms in Cambridge. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in Robotics or Computer Science, expertise in reinforcement learning, and strong C++ and Python development skills. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £90,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise across robotics planning spectrum.
• Background in reinforcement learning and automated planning.
• Deep ROS 2 expertise with planning ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Design multi-agent planning algorithms.
• Develop software for robotic platforms.
• Implement feasibility checks for adaptive mission responses.

Skills

C++

Python

Reinforcement learning

Geometric reasoning

Collision detection

Path planning

Education

Advanced degree in Robotics or Computer Science

Tools

ROS 2

PDDL

Nav2

MoveIt

Job description

A UK-based deep defence-tech startup is seeking a Robotics Engineer to develop multi-agent planning algorithms and software for robotic platforms in Cambridge. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in Robotics or Computer Science, expertise in reinforcement learning, and strong C++ and Python development skills. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £90,000, depending on experience.