Software Engineer Robotics 80-100%

FP Robotics; Glattbrugg; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training budget

Swiss Half-Fare Travelcard

Additional vacation days

Job summary

FP Robotics in Glattbrugg, Switzerland, seeks a Software Engineer Robotics to build reliable software for intelligent service and assistance robots. You will work at the intersection of software and hardware, enabling robust robotic systems for healthcare, research and industry.

The role involves ownership of development tasks, collaboration with software, electronics and mechanical teams, and contributing to AI-enabled features in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS, robotics, ME or related field.
• At least 2 years of professional experience developing software for robots or hardware-based systems.
• Excellent programming skills in Python or C++, plus Git and Linux.
• Experience with software architecture, debugging, testing and modern practices.
• Fluent in English; German or other languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and maintain software components for robotic platforms.
• Develop and improve backend services, interfaces and communication between components.
• Support embedded software development and hardware-related functionalities.
• Integrate new technologies into existing robotic systems.
• Contribute to AI-based features and intelligent functionalities.

Skills

Python

C++

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Robotics or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Git

Linux

ROS

Job description

Glattbrugg, Switzerland

Build the next generation of intelligent robots.

At F&P Robotics, we develop intelligent service and assistance robots that support people in healthcare, research and industry. Our products combine mechanical engineering, software and artificial intelligence and are used by companies worldwide.

As we continue to develop and expand our robotics platforms, we are looking for a Software Engineer Robotics 80-100% who is passionate about building reliable and innovative software for real-world robotic applications. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of software and hardware, contributing to intelligent robotic systems that operate in demanding environments.

Your Role

As a Software Engineer, you will develop, implement and improve software solutions for our robotic products. You will work on a variety of technical challenges, take ownership of your development tasks and have the opportunity to expand your expertise across different software domains.

Your Responsibilities

Design, develop, test and maintain software components for our robotic platforms

Develop and improve backend services, interfaces and communication between software components

Support the development and integration of embedded software and hardware-related functionalities

Integrate new technologies and software functionalities into existing robotic systems

Contributeto the integration of AI-based features and intelligent functionalities into our products

Optimize software for performance, reliability and maintainability

Collaborate closely with software, electronics and mechanical engineering teams to develop integrated robotic solutions

Contribute to software architecture, code reviews and continuous improvement of development practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• At least 2 years of professional experience developing and maintaining complex software solutions for robots or other hardware-based systems in a team
• Excellent programming skills, preferably in Python or C++, as well as good knowledge of Git and Linux
• Experience with software architecture, debugging, testing and modern software development practices
• Highly motivated with a hands-on mentality and the drive to turn ideas and prototypes into reliable, customer-ready products
• Structured and detail-oriented approach to solving complex technical challenges, combined with an open mindset to question assumptions and find better solutions
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of development tasks and collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team
• Fluent in English. German or any other language is an asset
  

Adiverse and hands-on role with ownership, responsibilityand plenty of opportunities for personal andprofessional growth

Ahighly skilled and interdisciplinary team of robotics,software and hardware experts who are passionate abouttechnology, enjoy solving difficult problems and havefun together at regular team events

Shortdecision paths, a collaborative engineering culture andthe freedom to contribute your own ideas

• Arange of valuable benefits, including an annual personaltraining and development budget, a Swiss Half-FareTravelcard and the option to purchase additionalvacation days