Senior Robotics Software Engineer

Atlas Endoscopy; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical technology company in the UK is seeking a Senior Robotics Software Engineer to lead software validation and develop advanced robotic manipulation algorithms for a next-generation colonoscopy platform. The ideal candidate will have experience in robotics, embedded systems, and strong software design skills, along with a collaborative mindset. This full-time in-person role is based in Leeds, with opportunities for travel to the USA and EU.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing robotic manipulation algorithms.
• Proven track record of software validation processes.
• Strong programming skills in relevant languages.

Responsibilities

• Drive the software validation process to ensure compliance.
• Design and implement robotic manipulation algorithms.
• Write and test software for real-time robotic functions.
• Collaborate with teams to translate requirements into software.
• Implement critical software subsystems for device enhancement.
• Mentor junior engineers on software design and code reviews.

Skills

Robotics

Software validation

Algorithm development

Embedded systems

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Important request: possibility to travel to USA and EU without visa

As a Senior Robotics Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in leading the software validation process and developing sophisticated robotic manipulation algorithms for our next-generation colonoscopy platform. Reporting directly to the R&D Director, you will collaborate across disciplines to ensure our robotic systems meet the highest standards of performance and safety.

Details

Type: Full-time, in-person

Location: Nexus, Leeds, UK

Responsibilities

• Drive the software validation process, ensuring robust, reliable, and regulatory-compliant systems.

• Design, develop, and implement advanced robotic manipulation algorithms for navigation, control, and automation of robotic endoscopy systems.

• Architect, write, and test embedded and application-level software to support real-time robotic functions.

• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems teams to translate requirements into software specifications and actionable development plans.

• Own and implement critical software sub-systems, continuously enhancing the devices capabilities by adding new functionality.

• Mentor peers and junior engineers through thoughtful software design guidance and thorough code reviews.