Staff ML Engineer, Embodied AI (f/m/d)

Hexagon Robotics seeks a Staff ML Engineer to lead the technical roadmap for AEON, a humanoid robot designed for industrial automation. The role focuses on developing end-to-end visuomotor policies and embodied AI systems.

This senior technical leadership position is responsible for defining and executing the strategy behind AEON’s embodied AI capabilities. The engineer will bridge customer needs with technical execution, setting the direction for how the company builds autonomous robotic manipulation systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct the research, development, and training of end-to-end visuomotor policies for robotic manipulation tasks.
• Define and drive the technical roadmap for embodied AI capabilities on the AEON platform.
• Own the strategy and execution for pre-training, fine-tuning, and post-training approaches.
• Collaborate with Product and Management to translate customer needs into a strong embodied AI strategy.
• Act as a technical lead within the team, helping shape best practices, architecture, and model development standards.
• Use AI coding tools pragmatically, while ensuring the codebase remains clean, maintainable, and production-ready.

Requirements

• PhD or M Sc in Robotics, Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in robotics or M L development.
• Strong experience building embodied AI systems for robotic manipulation.
• Proven track record in training, evaluating, and improving machine learning models.
• Deep hands-on experience with Python and modern deep learning frameworks.
• Experience with robotics learning frameworks such as LeRobot or equivalent.
• Ability to work autonomously, take technical ownership, and influence team direction.
• Pragmatic, goal-oriented mindset with strong execution focus.

What the company offers

• Flexible working hours and a hybrid model for real work-life balance.
• Generous vacation: 25–30 days depending on age.
• CHF 500 mobility credit for sustainable commuting.
• Bonus system & strong pension contributions.
• Tailored training & development opportunities.
• Relocation support for a smooth start.
• Discounts on health, mobility & entertainment.
• Team events and a flat hierarchy where your voice counts.

About the company

Hexagon Robotics is part of Hexagon, a global leader in precision measurement. The company culture features a flat hierarchy where your voice counts.

• Hexagon is a global leader in precision measurement.
• The company culture features a flat hierarchy where your voice counts.