Just when you thought the humanoid race was only between a few key players, Sanctuary AI has emerged from its self-imposed quiet corner to remind everyone it’s still very much in the game. The Vancouver-based company announced it’s hiring for 19 open positions to “push the boundaries of robotics and shape the future of Physical AI,” proving they’ve been busy with more than just enjoying the Canadian scenery.
The job listings reveal a wide net being cast for talent. Roles range from Staff Research Scientists in dexterous manipulation and Machine Learning Engineers to a particularly intriguing 6-month contract for a Robot Test Pilot. Most positions are on-site in Vancouver, with roles like Robotics Controls Engineer offering a salary range of CAD $130,000 - $160,000 plus equity. Apparently, the future of general-purpose robotics will be built on a healthy diet of venture capital and Commonwealth camaraderie.
Why is this important?
After a period of relative radio silence while competitors soaked up the spotlight, this hiring blitz signals that Sanctuary AI is gearing up for a significant new phase. The focus on roles like “Project Manager, Deployments” and “Senior Industrial Automation Engineer” suggests the company may be moving its Phoenix humanoid beyond the lab and towards real-world pilot programs. In the cutthroat arena of humanoid robotics, building a team is as critical as building the robot, and Sanctuary is clearly stocking up on intellectual firepower for the battles ahead.
