Venti Technologies - Principal Robotics Engineer (Robotics Solutions & Integration)
Requirements
• Educational Background: PhD in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a closely related discipline with a strong focus on robotics. • 8+ years of robotics industry experience, preferably involving real-world deployment of robotic systems. • Proven track record delivering robotic solutions from concept through deployment. • Experience evaluating, selecting, and integrating third-party robotics technologies. • · Experience with industrial robotic platforms such as ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, Franka, or equivalent systems. • Strong experience in several of the following areas: • Robotic manipulation and industrial robotics • Motion planning and robot controls • Computer vision and pose estimation • Sensor fusion and perception systems • Industrial automation and system integration • Safety-critical robotic systems • Experience with modern AI-driven robotics approaches is highly desirable, including: • End-to-end robotic learning systems • Vision-Language-Action (VLA)/VLM models • Learning-based manipulation • Imitation learning • Reinforcement learning • Foundation models for robotics • Software & Development • Hands-on experience with C++, Python, ROS / ROS2, MoveIt or equivalent robotics frameworks and Robot kinematics and controls • The candidate should be capable of personally developing prototypes, validating technical approaches, and troubleshooting field issues when required. • Principal Robotics Engineer (Robotics Solutions & Integration) • Empowering a World of Autonomy • At Venti Technologies, we are building robotic vehicles to revolutionize logistics, enhance safety, advance sustainability, and improve lives. As a close-knit team of innovators, tinkerers, and problem-solvers, we are driven by our commitment to develop disruptive technologies that shape the future. Our vision of deploying autonomous vehicle fleets at scale is becoming a reality—and we’re searching for top talent to join us on this mission. • PhD in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a closely related discipline with a strong robotics focus • 8+ years of robotics industry experience, including real-world deployment of robotic systems • Demonstrated success delivering robotic solutions from concept to deployment • Experience evaluating, selecting, and integrating third-party robotics technology • Familiarity with industrial robotics platforms (e.g., ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, Franka, or equivalents) • Deep expertise in several of the following areas: • Hands-on experience with C++, Python, ROS/ROS2, MoveIt, or equivalent robotics frameworks; strong knowledge of robot kinematics and controls • Proven ability to independently develop prototypes, validate approaches, and troubleshoot field issues • Experience with modern AI-driven robotics approaches, including: • If you’re ready to apply your skills and creativity to the most impactful challenges in autonomous logistics, we will love to hear from you!
Responsibilities
• Solution Evaluation & Technology Strategy • Evaluate robotics, automation, sensing, and manipulation solutions from vendors, startups, and research institutions. • Conduct technical due diligence and gap analysis. • Develop build-versus-buy recommendations. • Identify opportunities to leverage existing technologies before pursuing custom development. • Vendor Engagement • Engage with robotics vendors, automation suppliers, and research partners. • Define technical requirements and interface specifications. • Establish performance benchmarks and validation criteria. • System Architecture & Integration • Define overall robotic automation architecture. • Integrate robotic systems with ATTs • Define mechanical, electrical, software, and safety interfaces. • Support deployment, testing, and field validation. • Robotics Development & Prototyping • Where commercial solutions are insufficient: • Design and prototype robotic manipulation solutions. • Develop perception, localization, and control algorithms. • Design end-effectors and automation mechanisms. • Implement robotic motion planning and controls. • Analyze operational data and improve system robustness and reliability. • Solution Evaluation & Technology Strategy • Survey, assess, and recommend robotics, automation, sensing, and manipulation solutions from diverse vendors and research bodies • Conduct technical due diligence and identify capability gaps • Develop build-versus-buy recommendations and strategies to leverage existing technology prior to custom development • Vendor Engagement • Engage and collaborate with robotics vendors, automation suppliers, and strategic research partners • Define and communicate technical requirements and interface specifications • Establish performance benchmarks and system validation criteria • Design and specify comprehensive robotic automation architecture • Integrate robotic systems with Automated Terminal Tractors (ATTs) and related platforms • Define robust mechanical, electrical, software, and safety interfaces • Support deployment, testing, and field validation efforts • Where commercial solutions are lacking, design and prototype robotic manipulation and control solutions • Develop perception, localization, and motion planning algorithms • Design end-effectors, automation mechanisms, and implement motion planning and controls • Analyze field operational data, ensuring continuous improvements in robustness and reliability
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