Robotics Engineer

NEXA LABS SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking tech company in Malaysia is seeking an Operations & People Manager to establish the Elmina Innovation Center and lead the local team. The ideal candidate will have experience in operational management and strong leadership skills, essential for thriving in a startup environment. This role is crucial for supporting the company's growth and innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational management.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Ability to work in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up the Elmina Innovation Center.
• Build and manage the local team.
• Ensure smooth operations during growth.

Job description

Overview

Crown Digital is a Singapore-headquartered deep tech company and the creator of Ella – the world’s first AI-powered robot barista. We are pioneering the future of Physical AI by blending robotics, artificial intelligence, and hospitality into scalable solutions that transform food service globally.

Our Malaysian subsidiary, Nexa Labs Sdn Bhd, has been established to serve as Crown Digital’s Global Innovation and R&D Center at Elmina Business Park in Selangor. This flagship hub will bring together robotics labs, a coffee roastery, and collaboration spaces — a showcase of technology, creativity, and culture that supports Ella’s global expansion.

To bring this vision to life, Nexa Labs is hiring its first Malaysia team member: an Operations & People Manager who will work side by side with our Founder to set up the Elmina Innovation Center, build our local team, and ensure smooth operations as we grow.