AI-Robotics Engineer

At DSTA, we pioneer the development of AI-enabled autonomous systems that address complex mission challenges, advancing Singapore’s defence capabilities. As part of our team, you will be at the forefront of creating innovative solutions, collaborating with top-tier experts from industry, academia, and within Singapore’s Defence Technology Community. Join us in shaping the future of defence technology and achieve your potential in an environment that fosters growth, learning, and innovation.

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We are seeking an AI-Robotics engineer to join our Autonomy Team, where you will work alongside a multidisciplinary group of engineers and researchers. We are looking for forward-thinking innovators who are passionate about developing and applying AI and robotics technologies to real-world challenges. Your work will directly contribute to the advancement of autonomous systems for multi-robot reconnaissance in complex terrain – pushing the boundaries of applied R&D in autonom

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Key Responsibilit

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  Design & Development: Architect, develop, and test multi-robot exploration capabilities, including sensor data processing, simultaneous localisation and mapping (SLAM), and autonomous path plann
• ing.Machine Learning & Robotics Integration: Implement and optimise machine learning models and robotics software on unmanned vehicle platforms, primarily using C++, CUDA, or Rust (Python as an additional opti
• on).System Integration & Testing: Lead software & hardware integration, ensuring seamless operation of robotic systems. Conduct comprehensive testing, from simulations to field trials, both locally and internationa
• lly.Continuous Innovation: Drive the continuous improvement of AI & robotics development tools and methodologies to stay at the cutting edge of technol
• ogy.Edge Robotics Applications: Contribute to software and AI Engineering for edge robotics, focusing on real-time decision-making and system efficie
• ncy.Research and Development: Stay abreast of advancements in areas such robotics, networking, computer vision, cybersecurity, human-robot interaction, assured autonomy, robotics systems integration, swarm intelligence, and much m

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Require

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  Robotics-grounded tinkerers hailing from, but not limited to, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, EE/EEE, Mechatr
• onics.Resourceful and unyielding self-starters who thrive in an ambiguous environment, with passion for taking ideas from concept to fru
• ition.Hands-on experience in robotics development, including both software and hardware integr
• ation.A team player who values clean code, robust documentation, and effective communic
• ation.An eager learner who is committed to upskilling and sharing knowledge to elevate the team’s perfor
• mance.Ability to influence and lead technical discussions, driving programme success through effective communication and technical expe
• rtise.Familiarity with ROS/ROS2, robotics simulation, version control (Git), and Docker will be advanta