Robotics Software Engineer - Multi-Agent Planning & Coordination

Space Applications Services NV/SA; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Applications Services NV/SA is seeking a researcher/developer to advance multi-robot coordination and mission planning for defence, aerial, and terrestrial robotic systems in the Brussels area. The role collaborates with the Robotics Software and Intelligence Division Manager and starts as soon as possible.

Candidates should have MSc/PhD in AI/Robotics or related fields, strong C++/Python skills on Linux, and extensive ROS experience.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in AI, robotics, multi-agent systems, computer science, or software engineering.
• Demonstrated background in multi-robot and swarm systems.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python on Linux with Git.
• Thorough experience of Software development in ROS and simulation frameworks.
• Fluent in English with strong technical documentation delivery.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and develop mission planning techniques including goal decomposition, task allocation and path planning.
• Manage execution of missions on the edge by interfacing with robot navigation and task management software.
• Develop centralized and decentralized methods for inter-robot replanning to achieve common goals.
• Work with swarming behaviours and limited wireless communication between robots.
• End-to-end implementation with testing, integration and optimization on target robot architecture.
• Integrate developed technologies with robotic control centres and ground and aerial robots.
• Generate the required technical documentation throughout the process.

Job description

Space Applications Services NV/SA is seeking a researcher/developer to advance multi-robot coordination and mission planning for defence, aerial, and terrestrial robotic systems in the Brussels area. The role collaborates with the Robotics Software and Intelligence Division Manager and starts as soon as possible.

Candidates should have MSc/PhD in AI/Robotics or related fields, strong C++/Python skills on Linux, and extensive ROS experience.