Workgroup Lead Robotics, Perception & Controls
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Workgroup Lead - Robotics Perception & Controls
Location: Bristol UK
Approach: Hybrid Remote typically 2-3 days per week in the office
Contract: Permanent full-time
Rosenxt is a forward-thinking technology group we are visionary architects of progress with 45 years of engineering excellence. As a privately owned global partner we look far beyond tomorrow and are committed to the long term turning opportunities into successful ventures. We are passionate about technology continuously exploring the latest advances. Our expertise across sensors autonomous robotics AI and advanced materials combined with a strong R&D mindset enables us to develop highly innovative products and services for customers operating in the most challenging environments including subsea industrial renewables and the integrity of water and energy supply.
Our purpose goes beyond business; it is about creating progress and sustainable value for our customers our partners and society at large. Rosenxt is revolutionizing robotic perception and autonomous underwater systems shaping intelligent sensing capabilities for robotics in complex and unstructured environments. To accelerate this development we are building a world-class engineering team at our new location in Bristol United Kingdom.
We are seeking a technically hands-on Workgroup Lead to lead our Robotics Software team in Bristol. This role offers the opportunity to shape a growing organizations technological direction while managing a talented cross-disciplinary group of engineers specializing in robotic systems engineering perception systems sensor data processing behavior planning and robotic control towards product readiness.
As the local leadership anchor within a distributed international organization you will collaborate closely with teams across the United Kingdom and continental Europe. You will enjoy high autonomy direct impact and a clear path to influence Rosenxts robotics innovation strategy.
Key Responsibilities
People Leadership
Lead and develop a high-performing team of robotics software engineers and further specialists primarily based in Bristol.
Conduct one-on-one meetings define performance goals and oversee career development.
Foster an inclusive transparent and results-oriented team culture grounded in trust and collaboration.
Promote a learning-driven environment aligned with Rosenxts values of innovation and technical excellence.
Delivery and Execution
Oversee planning development and delivery of software and product components ensuring milestones are achieved on schedule.
Implement and maintain best practices for software quality data processing testing and documentation.
Identify process inefficiencies and lead structured improvements to enhance delivery performance.
Cross-Organizational Collaboration
Partner with internal Robotics Software Controls and Systems Engineering teams across the Rosenxt network to integrate advanced robotic solutions.
Ensure communication and coordination between R&D teams in the UK and Germany.
Align local activities with Rosenxts global technology roadmap and product strategy
Technical Engagement
Contribute actively to projects technical discussions on robotics topics including perception algorithms sensor calibration decision-making motion planning and control systems.
Provide architectural insight and ensure alignment with Rosenxts broader technology framework.
Stay current with emerging research and industrial developments in robotics and AI technologies.
What you bring
Required Qualifications
5 years of professional experience in developing product-ready robotic systems including perception control with focus on software development.
Proven experience in technical leadership or early-stage engineering management roles.
Expertise in one or more areas: robotics technologies computer vision SLAM or sensor fusion.
Strong leadership communication and collaboration skills within distributed cross-functional teams.
Bachelors degree in Robotics Computer Science Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters or Ph.D. in Robotics Computer Vision or related discipline.
Experience deploying robotic systems in real-world applications or industrial automation.
Understanding of safety-critical domains (e.g. subsea engineering energy defence).
Knowledge of regulatory or compliance frameworks (EU Acts ISO standards).
Entrepreneurial mindset suited to a dynamic growth-oriented environment.
Key Competencies
Excellent interpersonal mentoring and team development skills.
Strategic organizational awareness and effective prioritization under complex conditions.
High adaptability proactive initiative and analytical problem-solving.
Drive for quality precision and continuous improvement.
Purpose-driven leadership aligned with Rosenxts mission of sustainable technological progress.
Look forward to
Development opportunities and career opportunities in aglobal innovative and long-term oriented group of companies with family character
Funded career and learning development opportunities.
Flexible hybrid working.
30 days annual leave bank holidays.
Company pension scheme where all employees receive a standard 10% employer contribution with no obligation for employee contributions.
Company sponsored life insurance and private medical insurance.
Cycle scheme provided by Green Cycle Initiative.
Competitive remuneration package
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