Engineering the Future: Dona’s Journey in Robotics 

How do you go from dreaming of teleportation as a child to leading a robotics team building the eyes and brains of autonomous machines? In this episode of Tech Inspired, Priska sits down with Dona Smith, the Robotic Systems Team Lead at Sevensense Robotics, to talk about her incredible journey from Romania to Berlin and Oxford, from aerospace to AI-driven robotics.

What you’ll love about this episode:

• From Space to Startups: Dona’s path from working at the European Space Agency to taking a leap into the fast-paced world of robotics startups.
• How Education Changes Everything: How an exchange year in the U.S. transformed her view on learning and led her to pursue engineering.
• Big Career Shifts: Why she swapped the slow-moving space industry for the fast-paced startup world and how she managed the transition.
• The Future of Robotics: From AI-powered automation to collaborative robots, hear Dona’s take on where the industry is headed.
• Power Skills for Success: Learn Dona’s secret weapon for juggling leadership, innovation, and teamwork in a competitive industry.

Making your mark in robotics

Thinking about breaking into robotics? Dona shares actionable advice on how to transition into the field – even without direct experience. From online courses to hands-on projects and strategic networking, she reveals practical steps to get started. Whether you’re already in tech or looking to make a career shift, her journey will inspire you to pursue your passion, tackle challenges head-on, and find your place in the industry.

Tune in now to get started!

Want to connect with Dona and learn more about her work? Find her on LinkedIn.