Robotics and Automation Lead (Bangkok, Visa and Relocation Package Provided)

About Nimble

We solve our clients' most difficult business challenges through technology. Our company partners with the most ambitious companies around the world, creating long-term impact with the work we do. If you want to grow together, work on challenging products and enjoy using the best tools and practices, Nimble is the right place for you!

Our Core Values

• Ownership mentality: Treat our company and our clients’ business as ours, taking care of the collective interests. This, in the end, translates to personal interests achievement through our company

• Dependable & Resilient: We go to great lengths for our clients; they can rely on us to deliver and all our team members are reliable and trustworthy, and we don’t give up when we face challenges.

• Obsession for Excellence: Our delivery quality has no parallel.

• Courage: We must have the courage to speak up, raise our concerns in a timely manner and be able to confront the status quo with ideas by being constructive and without holding on to hard feelings.

The Opportunity

As the Robotics and Automation Lead, you will be at the forefront of our new venture, responsible for translating business needs and market opportunities into cutting-edge robotics and automation solutions. This is a highly strategic and hands-on role — ideal for someone who can balance R&D leadership with the realities of prototyping, product development, and team building.

What You Will Do

• Be a founding team member in a high-impact robotics venture.

• Work in a creative, technically ambitious environment with the backing of a successful consultancy.

• Have the freedom to explore new ideas, build a team from scratch, and shape a company’s future.

• Lead the technical vision and strategy for our robotics and automation offerings.

• Design, develop, and deploy robotic systems and automated solutions, from concept to working prototype.

• Evaluate and integrate sensors, embedded systems, AI, and mechanical components into cohesive robotic platforms.

• Build and manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers and researchers.

• Partner with product, business, and operations leads to shape the roadmap and ensure technical feasibility.

• Stay on top of emerging technologies, industry trends, and academic research to drive innovation.

• Manage vendor relationships, partnerships, and potential collaborations with universities or research labs.

• Develop and maintain robust testing, safety, and QA protocols.

• Contribute to fundraising, investor discussions, and early customer engagements as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience (7+ years) in robotics, mechatronics, or automation systems, with a track record of building complex systems.

• Deep understanding of robotics hardware (actuators, controllers, embedded systems) and software (ROS, C++/Python, SLAM, motion planning).

• Experience designing custom robotic platforms or automation workflows, ideally in both R&D and production environments.

• Ability to prototype quickly and iterate rapidly in startup-like conditions.

• Strong leadership and communication skills — able to inspire and lead technical teams while engaging non-technical stakeholders.

• Degree in Robotics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; postgraduate degrees or research experience are a plus.

• Experience with AI/ML applications in robotics (e.g., computer vision, reinforcement learning).

• Prior experience in startups or early-stage ventures.

• Exposure to industrial automation, logistics robotics, or human-robot interaction design.

• Published research or patents in the field.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• You’ll feel proud of every product we ship. We care deeply about quality, design, and doing things right—our name stands for excellence.

• You’ll be surrounded by high performers. We’re a tight-knit, ambitious team that pushes each other to grow and thrive.

• We're built differently. We’ve been profitable and bootstrapped since day one—no VC pressures, just smart, sustainable growth.

• We take pride in craftsmanship. Whether it's code, design, or delivery, we hold ourselves to a high bar—because the little things shape the big picture.

• Process with purpose. We follow agile principles not just in theory, but in practice. Our engineers work with clearly defined user stories, estimate using story points, and deliver iteratively in focused 1–2 week sprints.

• Growth is part of the job. Through regular one-on-ones, structured feedback, and a clear levelling framework, we support every team member’s growth—not just in technical skills, but in communication, collaboration, and leadership.

• Learning never stops. Access a vast library of resources like Pluralsight, PragPub, Leanpub, e-books, and more—plus a yearly education allowance to help you level up in any direction you choose.

• We’ve got your back. From day one, you’ll get private medical insurance, social welfare coverage, and a company care fund.

• We invest in your future. We match your monthly Provident Fund contributions to help you build long-term security.

• We support your move. If you're joining us from abroad, we’ll take care of your visa, work permit, and provide a relocation package to help you settle in smoothly.

• Flexibility that fits. We support a hybrid workstyle, giving you the freedom to find the right rhythm between home and office life.

• Work with the right tools. We’ll set you up with a MacBook and a large external monitor so you can work comfortably and efficiently.

• A workspace that works for you. Our modern office in the heart of Bangkok (Interchange 21) is steps away from BTS Asoke and MRT Sukhumvit.

• Stay fueled. Our kitchen is always stocked with drinks and snacks.

• Take the time you need. Enjoy 25 days of paid leave a year (including public holidays), plus a sabbatical month every 3 years.

• Celebrate your journey. From anniversary gifts to yearly company outings and spontaneous team activities, we make time for fun and appreciation.

• ...and more perks to make work feel better.

If you are a passionate individual looking to make a significant impact in a growing technology consulting company, we would love to hear from you.

Join us in shaping the future with innovative strategies!

We keep our recruitment process practical and straightforward.

To learn more about how we work, check our handbook named Compass, Github organization, and Medium account.

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Nimble is an equal-opportunity employer