Job Description: CTO

Company: VSP AI and Robotics
Department: Engineering / Research & Development (R&D;)
Location: Hyderabad, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: Work from Office
Experience: 7+ Years

1. Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and technically proficient Technical Lead – Product Engineering & Robotics R&D; to lead the development, research, design, and deployment of software products, intelligent robotic systems, and automation solutions.

The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in full-stack software development, robotics, mechanical design, mechatronics, autonomous systems, AI-driven technologies, and system integration.

The candidate will be responsible for leading multidisciplinary engineering teams comprising software developers, robotics engineers, mechanical engineers, and embedded systems developers. The role involves managing the complete product development lifecycle, from conceptualization and research to design, development, prototyping, testing, integration, and production deployment.

The candidate will also drive technical strategy, ensure product quality, optimize development processes, manage project timelines, and deliver scalable, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.

2. Key Roles & Responsibilities

A. Technical Leadership & Team Management

- Lead, mentor, and manage software developers, robotics engineers, and multidisciplinary technical teams.
- Define technical strategies, architecture, development standards, and engineering best practices.
- Assign responsibilities, monitor team performance, and ensure timely project delivery.
- Conduct technical reviews, code reviews, design evaluations, and performance assessments.
- Guide team members in solving complex technical challenges.
- Coordinate with management, founders, clients, and other stakeholders to align technical execution with business objectives.
- Manage resource allocation, project priorities, budgets, and delivery timelines.

B. Software Product Engineering & Development

- Lead the architecture, development, maintenance, and deployment of multiple software products and platforms.
- Oversee full-stack development using Python, TypeScript, React, Flutter, and related technologies.
- Manage the development of ERP, CRM, HRMS, mobile applications, booking platforms, business applications, and AI-powered solutions.
- Ensure seamless integration of frontend, backend, databases, APIs, and third-party services.
- Oversee database architecture, API development, application performance, and scalability.
- Manage cloud infrastructure, deployments, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, backups, and production environments.
- Utilize AI coding agents and automation tools to improve development productivity, code quality, and delivery efficiency.
- Review AI-generated code and ensure reliability, security, maintainability, and adherence to development standards.

C. Robotics Research & Product Development

- Lead the research, design, development, and deployment of advanced robotic systems and automation solutions.
- Drive end-to-end robotics product development, from concept generation and feasibility analysis to prototyping, testing, and deployment.
- Design and develop mobile manipulators, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), quadruped robots, drones, service robots, robotic arms, and customized robotic mechanisms.
- Research and implement cutting-edge robotics technologies to develop scalable and cost-effective solutions.
- Develop robotic manipulation systems, grippers, motion control mechanisms, and customized automation solutions.
- Conduct technical feasibility studies, prototype demonstrations, and performance validation.

D. Mechanical Design & Mechatronics

- Design and develop mechanical structures, robotic assemblies, mechanisms, and automation systems.
- Perform 3D modelling, component selection, and mechanical design using SolidWorks,



CATIA, and other CAD tools.
- Develop mathematical models for robot kinematics, inverse kinematics, dynamics, and gait planning.
- Conduct engineering analysis, simulation, design optimization, and structural evaluation.
- Ensure effective integration of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software components.

E. Robotics Software & Autonomous Systems

- Develop and integrate robotics applications using ROS, ROS-based frameworks, and MoveIt.
- Implement motion planning, trajectory generation, robotic manipulation, and autonomous navigation.
- Develop control algorithms, PID tuning, locomotion, and dynamic movement capabilities.
- Implement SLAM techniques, including ORB-SLAM and ArUco-based localization.
- Integrate LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, GPS, sensors, actuators, motor controllers, and embedded computing platforms.
- Implement obstacle avoidance, computer vision, object detection, and real-time monitoring systems.
- Work with embedded firmware, microcontrollers, and robotics hardware platforms.

F. Project Planning & Execution

- Manage multiple software and robotics projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution and delivery.
- Define project scope, technical requirements, milestones, deliverables, and development roadmaps.
- Translate business and client requirements into technical specifications and actionable development plans.
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective measures.
- Maintain project trackers, documentation, and weekly progress reports.
- Ensure projects meet quality standards, technical requirements, and performance expectations.

G. System Integration, Deployment & Quality Assurance

- Oversee integration between software applications, robotic hardware, sensors, actuators, and embedded systems.
- Ensure seamless communication between hardware and software components.
- Manage testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and validation of software and robotic systems.
- Ensure production stability, system reliability, scalability, and performance.
- Establish engineering standards, testing procedures, and quality control practices.
- Drive continuous improvement through research, testing, optimization, and innovation.

H. Vendor, Client & Stakeholder Management

- Coordinate with vendors, component suppliers, fabrication units, and machining partners.
- Manage component sourcing, procurement, quality control, and cost optimization.
- Participate in client discussions, technical presentations, and product demonstrations.
- Understand client requirements and convert them into practical technical solutions.
- Communicate technical concepts, project progress, challenges, and solutions effectively to management and non-technical stakeholders.

3. Technical Skills & Expertise

The candidate should possess a strong combination of software engineering, robotics, automation, and technical leadership skills.

_ Skill Area:_

Programming Languages -Python, C++, TypeScript, JavaScript

Full-Stack Development -React, FastAPI, Flutter

Robotics Frameworks- **ROS, ROS-based frameworks, MoveIt

Robotics & Automation -AMRs, robotic arms, manipulation, autonomous navigation

Mechanical Design SolidWorks, CATIA, 3D modelling

Mathematical Modelling- Robot kinematics, inverse kinematics, dynamics, gait planning

Autonomous Systems- SLAM, ORB-SLAM, ArUco, motion planning, PID control

AI & Computer Vision- Machine Learning, Object Detection, Computer Vision, LLM-based applications

Embedded Systems- Firmware development, microcontrollers, ESP32





Hardware Integration- Sensors, actuators, LiDAR, IMUs, GPS, motor controllers

Cloud & DevOps- AWS, Docker, Linux, GitHub Actions, CI/CD

Database Management -PostgreSQL, SQL, Supabase

Simulation & Analysis- MATLAB, ANSYS, engineering simulation

Project Management- Technical planning, resource allocation, project tracking, delivery management

AI Development Tools- Claude Code, Codex, AI coding agents

4. Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electronics, or a related engineering discipline.
- Master's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related specialization will be an added advantage.
- Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in software engineering, robotics, automation, product development, or R&D.;
- Proven experience in leading technical teams and managing multidisciplinary engineering projects.
- Strong experience in developing and deploying real-world software products and robotic systems.
- Hands-on experience in full-stack development, robotics software, hardware integration, and production deployment.
- Experience managing complete product development lifecycles, from concept to deployment.

5. Key Competencies

- Strong technical leadership and team management capabilities.
- Excellent analytical, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
- Research-oriented mindset with an interest in innovation and emerging technologies.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Strong decision-making and technical problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management.
- Ability to work across software, mechanical, electrical, electronics, and robotics domains.
- Strong ownership, accountability, and execution capabilities.
- Ability to optimize engineering resources, project costs, and development timelines.
- Adaptability to new technologies, tools, and engineering methodologies.

6. Expected Deliverables & Performance Outcomes

The candidate will be expected to deliver the following:

- Product Development: Successful development, maintenance, and deployment of software products and robotics solutions.
- Technical Excellence: Establishment of robust technical architectures, engineering standards, and development practices.
- Robotics Innovation: Successful development and deployment of robotic prototypes, autonomous systems, and automation solutions.
- Team Performance: Effective leadership, mentoring, and productivity management of multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Project Delivery: Achievement of project milestones, timelines, budgets, and quality expectations.
- System Integration: Seamless integration of software, hardware, mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems.
- Production Stability: Reliable software deployments, infrastructure management, system monitoring, and performance optimization.
- Continuous Innovation: Implementation of new technologies, AI-driven development practices, research initiatives, and process improvements.
- Client Satisfaction: Successful execution of client requirements and delivery of practical, scalable technical solutions.

7. Overall Role Expectation

The Technical Lead – Product Engineering & Robotics R&D; will be responsible for providing end-to-end technical leadership across the organization's software engineering and robotics divisions.

The individual must be capable of combining strategic technical decision-making with hands-on engineering expertise, leading teams across multiple technical domains, managing complex projects, and ensuring successful product development and deployment.

The role requires a strong balance of technical knowledge, research capabilities, software and hardware engineering expertise, team leadership, and project execution.

Pay: ₹200,000.00 - ₹400,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Chief Technology Officer (CTO) (Kondapur)
🏢 VSP AI & ROBOTICS
📍 Kondapur