Head of Design
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Job Location:
Zürich - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
RIVR is a Swiss robotics company pioneering Physical AI and robotic solutions to revolutionize last-mile delivery giving 1 human the power of 1000. Through the combination of artificial neural networks and innovative robot designs with wheels and legs RIVR aims to enhance efficiency sustainability and scalability in last-mile delivery. Founded as Swiss-Mile the company rebranded to RIVR in 2025 to better reflect its mission of driving the future of intelligent robotics.
Job Description
As RIVRs first dedicated Head of Design you will shape the way our robotics products are experienced from industrial design and usability to how our brand and values are reflected in every product. This is a rare opportunity to build both the design function and the design culture from the ground up. You will work hands-on and strategically prototyping testing and refining ideas directly with engineers while also setting the longer-term design direction. Your work will influence everything from the look and feel of our robots to how our products align with market needs and company vision.
At RIVR you will join a passionate multidisciplinary team at the forefront of robotics. You will have the freedom to define the design identity of the company and help shape product strategy.
What youll be doing
- Lead the design of our products end-to-end: concept industrial design user experience and integration with hardware/software.
- Translate RIVRs mission and values into tangible product identity ensuring that who we are is reflected in what we build.
- Work closely with business operations hardware product and software teams to ensure design feasibility and alignment along with accounting for manufacturing challenges and timelines.
- Prototype test and iterate design ideas quickly balancing user needs technical constraints and market opportunities.
- Build and champion a design culture within RIVR ensuring design is a core driver of product success.
What you must have
- Proven experience in industrial design and UX for hardware products including the interaction between software and hardware (ideally in robotics consumer electronics or IoT).
- A track record as an early designer in a startup/scale-up environment comfortable with both high-level vision and hands-on execution.
- Strong prototyping skills including sketching CAD physical prototyping and UX testing.
- The ability to translate vision into actionable design solutions.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across engineering product business operations and leadership teams.
- A portfolio that demonstrates both conceptual thinking and real-world shipped products.
- Leadership experience either with a self-managed team or by managing contractors and outsourcing companies.
Get some bonus points
- Experience leading design in robotics or complex hardware/software products.
- Familiarity with regulatory and certification requirements for hardware products.
- Experience building and scaling a small design team.
- Exposure to international markets (Europe & US) or multi-cultural teams.
- Knowledge of sustainable design practices or design for manufacturing at scale.
RIVR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that values every perspective. If youre passionate about driving innovation in robotics and creating meaningful impact we encourage you to apply and bring your unique self to our team.
We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Discover RIVR's innovative Physical AI solutions revolutionizing last-mile delivery. Our autonomous robots ensure faster, safer, and sustainable deliveries of parcels, groceries, and meals
