About the job
RIVR is a trailblazing Swiss robotics company at the forefront of Physical AI and innovative robotic solutions designed to transform last-mile delivery. Our mission is to empower one individual with the capabilities of a thousand through cutting-edge artificial neural networks and state-of-the-art robotic designs featuring wheels and legs. By enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and scalability in last-mile delivery, RIVR is set to redefine the future of intelligent robotics. In 2025, we rebranded from Swiss-Mile to RIVR to align more closely with our visionary goals.
As the inaugural Head of Design at RIVR, you will have a pivotal role in defining the user experience of our robotics products, overseeing everything from industrial design and usability to embodying our brand values in each product. This is an exceptional opportunity to establish both the design function and culture from the ground up. You will engage in hands-on prototyping, testing, and refining ideas alongside engineers, while simultaneously steering the long-term design vision. Your contributions will shape the aesthetic and functional aspects of our robots and ensure alignment with market demands and the company's strategic direction.
Join a passionate, multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing the field of robotics at RIVR, where you will have the creative freedom to define the company’s design identity and influence product strategy.