Senior AI Robotics Engineer: Autonomous Systems & Perception

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Lab access

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Robotics Engineer in Polokwane, Limpopo, to lead AI integration into autonomous robotic systems. You will shape perception, decision-making, and control by embedding advanced AI into real-time platforms.

The role demands a PhD or MSc in a related field, 5+ years of robotics experience, and strong C++/Python skills with ROS. You will work closely with hardware teams to fuse sensors and enhance system reliability.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in robotics, CS, or EE.
• 5+ years robotics experience with AI integration.
• Proficient in C++ and Python with ROS experience.
• Experience with sensor integration and embedded RTOS.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate AI algorithms into robotic systems.
• Develop and maintain software for robotic platforms with real-time performance.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers on sensors, actuators and control systems.
• Conduct simulations and real-world tests to evaluate performance.
• Ensure AI modules integrate with the robot's software stack.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS

AI/ML concepts

Sensor integration

Embedded systems

RTOS

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Master's or PhD in Robotics / CS / EE

Tools

ROS (Robot Operating System)

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Robotics Engineer in Polokwane, Limpopo, to lead AI integration into autonomous robotic systems. You will shape perception, decision-making, and control by embedding advanced AI into real-time platforms.

The role demands a PhD or MSc in a related field, 5+ years of robotics experience, and strong C++/Python skills with ROS. You will work closely with hardware teams to fuse sensors and enhance system reliability.