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Principal Safety Architect / Technical Lead

Humanoid
LondonOn-site
Employment
Full-time
Seniority
Staff

About the role

Here at Humanoid, we believe in a future where robots amplify human potential. That’s why we’ve set out on a mission to build the world’s most capable, commercially-scalable, and safe humanoid robots. We’re bringing that mission to life with HMND‑01 Alpha - our rapidly developed humanoid platform now running in real industrial pilots - and we’re growing the team to take it even further.

About the Role

We're hiring a Principal Safety Architect to join our Systems Engineering team based in London.

What You'll Do

  • Lead top-level hazard analysis for bipedal humanoid systems in home environments.

  • Map ISO/UL compliance requirements and maintain the system safety concept.

  • Establish gating criteria for safety milestones.

  • Oversee safety requirements cascade across perception, control, and hardware.

  • Coordinate the safety certification pathway with notified bodies.

  • Integrate safety considerations into simulation, hardware, and control subsystems.

What We're Looking For

  • 10+ years in robotics or safety-critical systems.

  • Proven track record in functional safety (e.g. IEC 61508, ISO 13849, ISO 13482).

  • Experience leading cross-disciplinary technical teams.

  • Strong systems engineering background.

  • Prior experience with safety case development and certification processes

What We Offer

  • Meaningful time off to rest and recharge: 23 days of annual leave (accrued), separate sick leave, and paid bank holidays and company holidays.

  • Fully funded private healthcare for UK employees, with broad provider access, virtual and in‑person care, and strong mental health and serious illness support.

  • Pension scheme with a total 8% contribution (5% employee, 3% employer) on full earnings.

  • Free daily breakfast, catered lunch, and snacks in‑office.

  • Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics.

  • Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives.

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