Embedded Software Engineer (Robotics) (Ref: CLR2026-004)

TR at CUHK Company Limited (For Talent Pool only); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 210,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 days annual leave

Medical insurance

Dental healthcare

Performance bonus

Friendly working environment

Job summary

Hong Kong Centre for Logistics Robotics Limited in Hong Kong Science Park is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (Robotics) to design, develop and maintain embedded firmware for robotic controllers, sensors and actuators. You will implement real-time data acquisition, device drivers and interfaces with higher-level robotics software, and work with hardware engineers on board bring-up and debugging.

The role includes fault-detection, testing and documentation, with opportunities to contribute

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic/Computer Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in C/C++ with embedded software development experience.
• Experience with microcontrollers and bare-metal firmware or RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS).
• Familiarity with UART, SPI, I²C and CAN interfaces.
• Ability to read schematics and use debugging tools (scope, logic analyzer, JTAG/SWD).
• Git experience and structured debugging practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and teamwork with hardware/software engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware for robotic controllers, sensors and actuators.
• Develop device drivers and interfaces between embedded devices and higher-level robotics software.
• Implement real-time data acquisition, command processing and control interfaces.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers on board bring-up, peripheral integration and debugging.
• Improve system reliability with fault detection, diagnostics, watchdogs and recovery.
• Conduct hardware-in-the-loop and integration testing; maintain firmware documentation and version control.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded firmware

RTOS (FreeRTOS)

Microcontrollers

UART/SPI/I2C/CAN

Git

Hardware debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

STM32 MCU

CANopen

EtherCAT

Ethernet

ROS 2 integration

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer (Robotics) (Ref: CLR2026-004)

Hong Kong Centre for Logistics Robotics Limited

We are Hong Kong Centre for Logistics Robotics Limited and our research focus is the development and application of robotics and AI technologies in the logistics and service industry. Our centre is located in Hong Kong Science Park.

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer (Robotics)

We rely on you to:

• Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware for robotic controllers, sensors and actuators.
• Develop device drivers, communication protocols and interfaces between embedded devices and higher-level robotics software.
• Implement real-time data acquisition, command processing and control interfaces.
• Work with hardware engineers on board bring-up, peripheral integration and system debugging.
• Improve system reliability through fault detection, diagnostics, watchdog mechanisms and communication recovery.
• Conduct hardware-in-the-loop and integration testing, and maintain firmware documentation and version control.

We are looking for:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automation or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and practical experience in embedded software development.
• Experience with microcontrollers and bare-metal firmware or an RTOS, such as FreeRTOS.
• Familiarity with common interfaces, such as UART, SPI, I²C and CAN.
• Ability to read circuit schematics and use debugging tools, such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers and JTAG/SWD debuggers.
• Familiarity with Git and structured debugging practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate with hardware and software engineers.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with STM32 or comparable microcontroller platforms.
• Experience with CANopen, EtherCAT, Ethernet or other industrial communication protocols.
• Knowledge of motor control, encoders, force/torque sensing or robotic actuators.
• Experience with embedded Linux, device drivers or ROS 2 integration.
• Experience with firmware updates, bootloaders or real-time performance optimisation.
• Candidates with strong hands-on project experience, including recent graduates, are welcome to apply.

We offer:

• 14 days annual leaves
• Medical insurance
• Dental healthcare
• Performance bonus
• Friendly working environment and working culture

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.