Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/Postgresql

Redline Group Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering tech company in Cambridge is seeking a Robotics Software Design Engineer to develop C++ applications and manage data systems for robotics. The ideal candidate has a strong background in C++ and PostgreSQL, with opportunities for career growth and profit share. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Profit share options

Qualifications

• Degree or master's in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field.
• Proven experience developing in modern C++ (C++14 or later).
• Strong PostgreSQL experience, including database design, optimisation, and cloud integration.
• Solid Linux experience (essential).
• Experience with ROS1 and/or ROS2 is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise C++ code to acquire and aggregate data in real time.
• Take full ownership of the data pipeline from robot to cloud PostgreSQL databases.
• Define and implement strategies for data ingestion and analysis.
• Design and maintain the cloud interface for robotic data system.
• Collaborate with robotics and software teams in an Agile environment.

Skills

C++ development

PostgreSQL

Linux

Data systems

Agile methodologies

Education

Degree or master's in Software Engineering/Computer Science/Robotics

Tools

ROS1/ROS2

Job description

Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/ PostgreSQL

Are you an experienced Software Engineer with a strong background in C++ development and data systems for robotics? Are you based in the Cambridge area, or keen to join one of the UK's leading hubs for robotics and technology innovation?

If so, our client an innovative "tech for good" start-up - is actively hiring for a position based in Cambridge, UK, supporting operations across their UK and EU functions.

The Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/Postgres, based in Cambridge, will be responsible for:

• Developing and optimising C++ code to acquire, report, and aggregate data in real time on constrained robotics hardware platforms
• Taking full ownership of the data pipeline from robot to cloud PostgreSQL databases
• Defining and implementing strategies for data ingestion and analysis including how, when, and where data is stored and transferred
• Designing and maintaining the cloud interface for robotic data system
• Collaborating with robotics, electronics, and software teams in an Agile environment

To apply for this Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/ PostgreSQL you should have:

• A degree or master's in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field
• Proven experience developing in modern C++ (C++14 or later)
• Strong PostgreSQL experience, including database design, optimisation, and cloud integration
• Solid Linux experience (essential)
• Experience with ROS1 and/or ROS2 (Robot Operating System) is highly desirable

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package. You will join a pioneering technology company with excellent career growth opportunities and profit share options.

To apply for this Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/Postgres role, please send your CV to [e-mail] or call 01582 878828 / 07961158786.