About this role
Developing and implementing robust algorithms to facilitate complex robotic operations forms the core of daily responsibilities in this Zurich-based team. Engineers design, maintain, and execute efficient production-ready code dedicated specifically to advancing grasping capabilities for industrial environments. Working alongside application engineers and roboticists, team members integrate and validate solutions across various industrial tasks to help launch impactful robotics products.
Intrinsic operates as an AI robotics group aiming to make industrial robotics intelligent, accessible, and usable for millions more businesses and developers. The group focuses on abstracting the inherent complexity of robotic tasks into intuitive workflows that bridge design and execution. Candidates who thrive here possess a solid background in robotics fundamentals and enjoy tackling practical, real-world industrial problems through reliable technical execution.
What you will do
- Design, implement, and maintain efficient, production-ready algorithms specifically for robotic grasping.
- Collaborate with teammates to apply advancements in robotics to practical, real-world industrial problems.
- Transform complex partner requirements into highly reliable, functional, and scalable technical outcomes.
- Improve the core robotics software framework by ensuring high code quality and contributing to a dependable product.
- Integrate and validate software solutions across various industrial tasks and physical robot hardware.
- Abstract inherent task complexity into intuitive, seamless workflows for end users.
What you need
- Hold a Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Bring at least two years of professional experience in robotics with a background in motion planning, control, or grasping and manipulation.
- Demonstrate exceptional programming skills in C++ and Python with a proven track record of writing clean software.
- Maintain a strong foundation in linear algebra, spatial transformations, kinematics, and rigid body dynamics.
- Possess direct experience testing, deploying, and iterating on physical robot hardware.
Nice to have
- PhD in Robotics or a related field with a specific focus on motion planning, controls, or grasping
- Prior exposure to or interest in robotic grasping and manipulation projects
- Experience developing across the entire robotics stack from kinematics to system integration
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the primary focus of this specific role?
This role is dedicated specifically to advancing grasping capabilities. You will develop and implement robust algorithms to facilitate complex robotic operations in real-world manufacturing environments.
What technical background is required for the position?
Candidates need a Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field along with at least two years of professional experience in robotics. You must also have exceptional programming skills in C++ and Python.
Who will I be working with on the team?
You will work alongside a diverse team of roboticists and application engineers. Together, the group is responsible for both motion planning and grasping.