Nikolai Zhivotenko

Nikolai Zhivotenko

Head of AI/ML Department @ Steel Robotics

About

I'm a Principal AI Engineer and systems architect working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and large-scale engineering platforms. My career spans deep scientific research, computational mechanics, advanced materials science, and the evolution into AI-driven systems operating in real-world environments.I specialise in translating complex physical and mathematical models into scalable production-grade AI architectures.Previously, I drove Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) initiatives in advanced manufacturing and 3D-printed composite systems, including algorithmic reinforcement optimisation and topological optimisation for robotic construction platforms.My foundation in solid-state physics, aerospace composite materials, and multi-physics modelling enables me to approach AI not only as software - but as intelligence embedded in physical systems.I'm driven by continuous learning and building intelligent systems that bridge digital and physical worlds

Country

United Arab Emirates

City

Dubai

Industry

Research

Skill

System Architecture, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Optimization, Physical AI, Humanoid Robotics, CUDA, NVIDIA IsaacSim, NVIDIA Omniverse, Cloud Computing, Reinforcement Learning, GPU, Computational Geometry, Geometric Modeling, Sustainability, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Team Leadership, Department Management, CAD/CAM Software, Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE), Multiphysics Simulations

Experience

Steel Robotics

Head of AI/ML Department

Steel Robotics

LinkedIn
2026-2 - Present · 8 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Steel Robotics

Principal Software Engineer (BIM-to-BUILD™ Platform)

Steel Robotics

LinkedIn
2025-1 - 2026-2 · 1 yr 2 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Leading core engineering initiatives and shaping the technical foundation of Buildroid’s AI platform. Owning high-impact architectural decisions, designing scalable backend systems, and driving technical alignment across teams. Mentoring engineers and raising the bar for code quality, reliability, and system design.

Steel Robotics

Principal AI Engineer (Humanoid Robotics)

Steel Robotics

LinkedIn
2025-1 - 2026-2 · 1 yr 2 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Leading the development of embodied intelligence - integrating perception, planning, control, and learning into scalable, production-grade robotic platforms. Translating advanced AI research into reliable real-world autonomy.

Gradient Materials

Head of Digital Engineering

Gradient Materials

2026-3 - Present · 7 mos
Materyx

CTO & Founder

Materyx

2026-1 - Present · 9 mos

Moscow, Russia

Eurokappa

Head of ML/AI Department

Eurokappa

LinkedIn
2024-4 - 2025-8 · 1 yr 5 mos

Moscow, Russia

Leading the development and implementation of AI/ML solutions tailored for orthodontic applications, enhancing precision in treatment planning and advancing patient care through innovative technology.

Thrasos 3D

Head of Digital Engineering

Thrasos 3D

LinkedIn
2023-10 - 2025-1 · 1 yr 4 mos

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico

Leading digital platforms and advanced manufacturing systems enabling sustainable, carbon-negative 3D-printed solutions for marine ecosystem regeneration.

Mighty Buildings

Senior Software Engineer

Mighty Buildings

LinkedIn
2021-12 - 2024-10 · 2 yrs 11 mos

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico

Computer and Information Research. Software Architecture.

Mighty Buildings

Senior Materials Scientist

Mighty Buildings

LinkedIn
2020-3 - 2024-10 · 4 yrs 8 mos

Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico

Driving Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) initiatives from R&D through to production, optimizing materials design and manufacturing processes for enhanced performance and efficiency.

Mighty Buildings

Software Developer — CAx

Mighty Buildings

LinkedIn
2020-3 - 2022-2 · 2 yrs

Москва, Россия

Physics and Mathematics Modeling. Computational geometry, 3D printing algorithms.

Top Systems

C++ Developer — CAD/CAE/3D Geometric Kernel

Top Systems

LinkedIn
2019-5 - 2020-3 · 11 mos

Москва

Top Systems is the leading Russian developer of advanced, integrated CAD/CAM/CAE/PLM solutions for engineers and industrial designers.

Roscosmos

Lead Research Project Engineer

Roscosmos

LinkedIn
2017-2 - 2019-5 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Москва

JSC «Kompozit» - materials science leading enterprise of the State Corporation «Roscosmos». Study of the properties of materials and coatings of space rocket technology. Physical and mathematical modeling of composite materials.

The Lebedev Physical Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences (LPI RAS)

Research Project Engineer

The Lebedev Physical Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences (LPI RAS)

LinkedIn
2016-9 - 2018-2 · 1 yr 6 mos

Москва, Россия

Contact-Technology, LLC has developed and manufactured the entire hardware complex of technical means for the ground tracking station of the international radio astronomy project "Spektr-R" ("Radioastron") and "Spektr-M" ("Millimetron"). Currently, these technical facilities are operated by the Lebedev Physical Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences (LPI RAS). A set of equipment developed and manufactured by Contact-Technology LLC as part of the LPI RAS was placed in The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) of the United States, located in Greenbank, where it is successfully operated by an international team of specialists together with Russian scientists.

Education

Bauman Moscow State Technical University

Bauman Moscow State Technical University

LinkedIn

Space Applications of Composite Materials

2012 - 2018 · 6 yrs

Scientific research in the field of fundamental and applied problems of designing units and compartments of artificial earth satellites, planetary and orbital stations, space antennas, reusable spacecraft, rockets and rocket engines.

Voronezh State Technical University

Voronezh State Technical University

LinkedIn

Solid-state physics. Aerospace Composite Materials

2012 - 2014 · 2 yrs

Research in the design and manufacture of products from polymer composite materials.

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