Director of Robotics & Autonomous Systems Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Robotics Strategy & Automation

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Category

• Information Technology (IT) & Software
• Engineering & Technical
• Manufacturing & Production
• Operations & Supply Chain
• Science & Research
• Others / Miscellaneous

Job Overview

An executive-level opportunity is available for a Director of Robotics & Autonomous Systems in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role will lead robotics and autonomous technology programs across industrial, logistics, and smart-infrastructure environments, with responsibility for developing technology strategy and driving large-scale automation initiatives.

The successful candidate will oversee autonomous-system deployment programs, evaluate emerging robotics technologies, and lead engineering and innovation teams. The position will play a strategic role in improving operational efficiency through robotics, automation, and autonomous technologies.

This is a senior leadership opportunity offering significant career growth and professional development within the rapidly expanding robotics, automation, and autonomous systems sector. Executive leadership development, robotics and AI training, and relevant professional certifications can further support long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization’s robotics and autonomous systems strategy.
• Lead autonomous technology deployment programs across industrial environments.
• Oversee robotics initiatives within logistics and smart-infrastructure applications.
• Evaluate emerging robotics, automation, and autonomous technologies.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through automation.
• Lead engineering, robotics, technology, and innovation teams.
• Establish strategic priorities for robotics and autonomous-system programs.
• Coordinate technology implementation across multiple business and operational environments.
• Assess emerging technologies and their potential business applications.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across robotics programs.
• Monitor program performance, operational outcomes, and technology adoption.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align robotics initiatives with organizational objectives.

Requirements & Qualifications

The employer has not specified detailed educational or experience requirements.

Candidates should demonstrate relevant senior-level expertise in areas such as:

• Robotics and autonomous systems.
• Robotics strategy and technology implementation.
• Automation and industrial technology.
• Autonomous-system deployment.
• Engineering and innovation leadership.
• Technology evaluation and strategic planning.
• Operational efficiency and process automation.
• Cross-functional team and stakeholder management.
• Relevant robotics, automation, AI, engineering, or technology certifications are advantageous.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary: SAR 450,000–700,000 per year + bonus

Benefits: Bonus included as part of the stated compensation package. Additional benefits were not specified by the employer.

Career Growth & Professional Development:

This director-level position provides an opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives across robotics, autonomous systems, industrial automation, logistics technology, and smart infrastructure. The role offers exposure to emerging technologies, strategic technology planning, innovation leadership, and large-scale automation programs.

Professional development through executive leadership programs, robotics and autonomous systems training, AI specialization, and relevant engineering or technology certifications can support continued career advancement.

Application Process

Application Process (Website):

Apply only through the official job link.
Click Apply Now on the website.

HR Email for Application

Send your updated CV directly

Important: Candidates should highlight their leadership experience, robotics and autonomous systems expertise, automation programs, technology strategy, and engineering team management experience in their CV.