Pipeline Robotics Software Engineer

Bonbon-X Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonbon-X Limited in Hong Kong is seeking a Pipeline Robotics Software Engineer to develop software for underground pipeline inspection robots. You will work across embedded and software domains, integrating sensors, cameras, telemetry, and ground station systems to enable real-time monitoring and data reporting.

You will collaborate with embedded, mechanical, and AI engineers on robot control, data transmission, and field testing, while advancing AI crack detection and inspection data workflows.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer/Engineering disciplines or related STEM field.
• 1–3 years of software development, robotics software or embedded systems experience; fresh graduates with strong capability may be considered.
• Experience with Python, C/C++, JavaScript, Node.js, MySQL, or related tools is preferred.
• Knowledge of robotics, computer vision, sensor data processing, or industrial inspection systems is a plus.
• Experience with AI crack detection, model training, testing, or deployment is advantageous.
• Familiarity with YOLO, CNN, Transformer-based vision models, OpenCV, PyTorch, TensorFlow or related computer vision frameworks is a plus.
• Knowledge of ROS, SLAM, autonomous navigation, CAN/Ethernet, sensor fusion, or telemetry is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on software modules for underground pipeline inspection robotic systems.
• Derive embedded-to-software communication between robot hardware, sensors, cameras, and ground station systems.
• Integrate robot telemetry data, camera data, sensor data, and inspection records into the ground station or backend system.
• Work closely with embedded, mechanical, and AI engineers to support robot control, data transmission, and field testing.
• Manage AI crack detection model development, data collection, labelling workflow, testing, validation, and deployment for real-time pipeline monitoring.
• Develop internal tools for inspection data management, pipeline defect recording, reporting, and system performance analysis.
• Support field deployment, debugging, system integration, and R&D validation for pipeline inspection robots.
• Prepare technical testing records, R&D milestone reports, system validation documents, and project progress documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement of the robot software architecture, inspection workflow, and data standardization process.

Skills

Robotics software

Embedded systems

AI application

Field testing

Documentation

Debugging

Education

Degree in STEM fields

Tools

Python

C/C++

JavaScript

Node.js

MySQL

OpenCV

PyTorch

TensorFlow

ROS

SLAM

Job description

• Pipeline Robotics Software EngineerCompanyBonbon-X Limited is a robotics technology company specializing in underground pipeline inspection robots. We develop robotic systems for confined-space inspection, real-time visual data acquisition, AI-assisted crack detection, and pipeline condition assessment.PositionPipeline Robotics Software EngineerLocationHong Kong Science ParkEmployment TypeFull-time ContractSalary RangeHK$18,000 – HK$23,000 per month
  Final package will depend on experience and technical capability.Job Highlights
  • Robotics software development for underground pipeline inspection robots
  • Embedded-to-software system integration
  • AI crack detection and real-time pipeline monitoring support
  • Robot telemetry, inspection data workflow, and reporting system development
  • Opportunity to work on real-world infrastructure and government-related robotic applications
  Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct research on software modules for underground pipeline inspection robotic systems.
  • Derive embedded-to-software communication between robot hardware, sensors, cameras, and ground station systems.
  Integrate robot telemetry data, camera data, sensor data, and inspection records into the ground station or backend system.Work closely with embedded, mechanical, and AI engineers to support robot control, data transmission, and field testing.
  • Manage AI crack detection model development, data collection, labelling workflow, testing, validation, and deployment for real-time pipeline monitoring.
  Develop internal tools for inspection data management, pipeline defect recording, reporting, and system performance analysis.Support field deployment, debugging, system integration, and R&D validation for pipeline inspection robots.Prepare technical testing records, R&D milestone reports, system validation documents, and project progress documentation.Participate in continuous improvement of the robot software architecture, inspection workflow, and data standardization process.
  Requirements
  • Degree holder in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or other related STEM discipline.
  • 1–3 years of experience in software development, robotics software, embedded systems, AI application, or engineering system integration. Fresh graduates with strong technical capability may also be considered.
  • Basic knowledge of Python, C/C++, JavaScript, Node.js, MySQL, or related software development tools.
  • Knowledge of robotics systems, embedded systems, computer vision, sensor data processing, or industrial inspection systems is an advantage.
  • Experience in robotic systems, pipeline inspection, CCTV inspection, real-time monitoring, or infrastructure defect analysis is preferred.
  • Experience in AI crack detection model development, model training, testing, deployment, or validation is a strong advantage.
  • Experience with YOLO, CNN, Transformer-based vision models, OpenCV, PyTorch, TensorFlow, or related computer vision frameworks is a plus.
  • Knowledge of ROS, SLAM, autonomous navigation, CAN communication, Ethernet communication, sensor fusion, or robot telemetry is an advantage.
  • Good documentation, testing, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
  • Willing to participate in field testing, robot deployment, and system integration work.
  Language Requirements
  • Good command of Cantonese, Mandarin and English is preferred.
  • Japanese language capability is an advantage, especially for overseas technical communication, supplier liaison, or Japan-related partnership development.
  Preferred Qualities
  • Strong interest in robotics, infrastructure technology, AI inspection, and real-world engineering applications.
  • Able to work with hardware, software, and field operation teams.
  • Detail-minded, responsible, and willing to learn new technologies.
  • Comfortable working in a startup environment with hands‑on engineering tasks.
  Why Join Bonbon-X
  • At Bonbon-X, you will work on practical robotics technology for underground infrastructure inspection. Our team develops pipeline inspection robots that help reduce human-entry risk, improve inspection efficiency, and support smart city infrastructure maintenance.
  • The candidate will participate in R&D work involving robot software, embedded data communication, AI crack detection workflow, inspection data processing, and field validation.
  • Our mission is to reduce the need for human-entry inspection in hazardous underground environments and improve the safety, efficiency, and accuracy of infrastructure inspection.