Robotics Software Engineer - C++/ROS2

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

Job summary

An innovative technology start-up in Cambridge is seeking a Robotics Software Engineer to develop ROS2-based software for advanced robotic systems. The ideal candidate has proven expertise in modern C++, hands-on experience with ROS2, and can integrate software with embedded hardware. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, and career progression opportunities in a pioneering robotics company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience with modern C++ (C++14 or later).
• Hands-on expertise with ROS2 (Robot Operating System 2).
• Experience integrating software with embedded or edge computing hardware.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate ROS2-based software for advanced robotic systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Deploy and validate robotics software on physical hardware.

Skills

ROS2

Modern C++ (C++14 or later)

Embedded or edge computing hardware integration

Simulation tools (e.g. Gazebo, RViz)

Agile methodologies

Education

Degree or Master's in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or related discipline

Tools

Jira

Linux

Job description

Robotics Software Engineer - C++/ROS2

Are you an experienced Robotics Software Engineer with a strong background in ROS2, C++? 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 seeking a Robotics Software Engineer to join their growing R&D team in Cambridge, supporting projects across the UK and EU.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and integrate ROS2-based software for advanced robotic systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electronics, mechatronics, AI/research) in an Agile environment.
• Implement, test, and debug real-time robotic applications on Linux platforms.
• Deploy and validate robotics software on physical hardware, including field testing.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Degree or Master's in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience with modern C++ (C++14 or later)
• Hands-on expertise with ROS2 (Robot Operating System 2).
• Experience integrating software with embedded or edge computing hardware (e.G.NVIDIA Jetson/Xavier).
• Exposure to ROS1 migration, simulation tools (e.G.Gazebo, RViz), and project tracking tools such as Jira.

This role offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for career progression and profit share within a pioneering robotics company driving real-world impact.

To apply for the Robotics Software Engineer - C++/ROS2 (Linux) role, please send your CV to [e-mail] Or call 01582 878828 / 07487 756328.