Chief Expert Robotics

About the role

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At Bosch Research, we pioneer cutting-edge AI algorithms for high-impact industrial applications, from automated driving to intelligent agentic systems. Our innovations are the foundation for high-performance, robust, and safe AI solutions across the Bosch Group. Join us as a Chief Expert in Robotics and shape the future of autonomous systems.

This position is open to Pittsburgh, PA, Sunnyvale, CA and Renningen, Germany.

Responsibilities

• Drive End-to-End Robotics Deployment: lead the technical implementation and architecture of advanced robotic systems by translating complex algorithms into reliable, production-ready hardware and software solutions; take physical robots from the concept and laboratory stage directly into real-world operating environments, whether in manufacturing, logistics, or field applications.
• Strategic Technology Leadership: define and drive the long-term robotics research roadmap by identifying emerging technologies in perception, manipulation, motion planning, and AI/ML; make key decisions regarding system architecture, hardware-software co-design, and make-or-buy strategies.
• Foster Agile & Pragmatic Engineering Culture: foster a fast-paced, startup-like prototyping culture focused on rapid iteration, fail-fast principles, and continuous testing on physical hardware; mentor and coach researchers across multiple disciplines, including mechanical engineering, electronics, software engineering, and artificial intelligence.
• Stakeholder & Ecosystem Collaboration: work closely with business units, product managers, and external partners to ensure that robotics innovations solve real customer needs and deliver a clear ROI; scout and collaborate with leading robotics startups, venture partners, and academic institutions to integrate state-of-the-art technologies.

Qualifications

• Education: Completed Master's degree or PhD in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent professional experience (minimum 8+ years in robotics/autonomous systems development)
• Required Experience and Knowledge: Minimum 8+ years of professional experience in robotics and autonomous systems, with demonstrated success in building or deploying advanced physical AI/robotic systems in production environments
• Proven background in robotics organizations, including startups, scale-ups, or innovation-focused teams
• Deep technical expertise in core robotics technology stacks (e.g., ROS/ROS 2, modern C++, Python, Linux/RTOS)
• Hands-on experience with GPU-accelerated simulation tools (e.g., NVIDIA Isaac Sim/Lab, MuJoCo) and teleoperation/data collection pipelines
• Practical experience with modern robotic learning methodologies (Imitation Learning, Diffusion Policy, ACT, Reinforcement Learning, or Foundation Models including VLMs/VLAs)
• Demonstrated knowledge of perception and state estimation techniques (sensor fusion, SLAM, 3D vision, LiDAR/camera calibration)
• Expertise in manipulation and grasping systems (end-effectors, tactile sensing, teleoperation)
• Professional experience with Hardware-in-the-loop (H