Senior Software Engineer - Hardware Robotics

Ecm Selection; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Ecm Selection, based just outside Cambridge, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead and contribute to robotics software development. You will work with hardware and test software on physical machines, collaborating closely with the Product Owner and stakeholders to deliver robust solutions.

You should be comfortable as an individual contributor and team player, with a strong background in C#/C++/Python and ROS, and a degree in CS/EC/Physics.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, electronics or physics is expected.
• Hands-on robotics software experience with hardware interaction is required.
• Experience with ROS is a plus and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead on select projects while contributing within the team.
• Collaborate with Product Owner and stakeholders to plan work.
• Write and test code for robots in production environments.
• Investigate data logs and user feedback to drive improvements.

Skills

C#

C++

Python

ROS

Education

Computer science / Electronics / Physics

Tools

ROS tooling

Job description

Based a few miles outside of Cambridge, this tech company have commercial field trials with UK and European partners, and are developing their next-generation mobile robots. Their small team have big ambitions and are looking to hire a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to their goals.

As a senior engineer, you’ll take a lead on some projects whilst contribute within the team on others. You’ll work closely with their Product Owner as well as other key stakeholders. You’ll be comfortable as an individual contributor writing code, as well as testing robots within their working conditions. You may have to investigate data logs and user feedback, whilst delivering changes for production. Work will be varied, and challenges are tackled as a team.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable relevant experience as a robotics engineer working on commercial software ideally in C#. Additional experience with C++ or Python would be desirable. Any experience with ROS would be beneficial.
• Hands‑on experience must include working closely with hardware and testing software on physical machines.
• Team player – must have good communication skills and able to work with other stakeholders.

Expectation is that you have a computer science, electronics or physics degree, but moreover enjoy solving hard technical problems.

Due to the nature of projects, the role is based fully onsite (note public transport is limited). On offer is a competitive salary and share options. No company sponsorship is available.

Keywords:

C#, Hardware, Robotics, ROS, Python / C++, Testing, Senior / Project Lead, AgriTech