Head of Robot - Software & Hardware
Core
Lead the end-to-end definition, development, industrialization, and delivery of next-generation robot vacuum cleaner products through strategic JDM partnerships.
Role type
Executive Head of Robot Delivery & Engineering
Builds
Robot vacuum cleaner products and platforms
Domain
Consumer Robotics / Robot Vacuum Cleaners
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Product strategy, JDM partner governance, multidisciplinary engineering leadership, portfolio management, system architecture, autonomy/navigation, embedded software, motion control, power systems
Preferred skills
MBA or business leadership experience, Mandarin Chinese fluency, experience with top-tier robot vacuum companies (Roborock, Ecovacs, Dreame, iRobot, etc.)
Technologies
SLAM, AI/computer vision, Embedded Linux, RTOS, Battery Management Systems, OTA updates
Responsibilities
Own product delivery strategy and roadmap; Lead JDM partner governance and program execution; Build and mentor Shenzhen engineering teams; Provide technical leadership on system architecture and autonomy; Manage multiple robot programs and portfolio investments; Implement operational excellence and quality gates
Seniority
Executive, hands-on IC with strategy & mentorship