Research Engineer, Interoperable Robotic Systems

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR invites applications for a Development Engineer to join a team building robotics software for industrial manufacturing and logistics. You will contribute to RMF-based multi-robot orchestration and ROS2 integrations, focusing on reliable software and scalable architectures.

The role covers research, development, validation, and documentation, with 1–3 years of hands-on experience expected. Proficiency in C++, Python, Git, and container technologies is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Robotics, Software, CS, or related field.
• 1–3 years of robotics software experience.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Experience with ROS2 and RMF is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop robotic software packages for industrial applications using ROS and RMF.
• Architect and implement multi-agent and multi-robot coordination and scheduling.
• Translate requirements into system requirements and validation methods.
• Plan, document, and present technical project progress.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS2

Git

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

SDLC

System integration

Networking

Education

Engineering degree (Robotics/Software/CS)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Long Description

As a Development Engineer, you will be a key resource in a team developing new or enhancing existing robotics software solutions for industrial applications, primarily in manufacturing and logistics. You will contribute to or pioneer new capabilities related to the management and orchestration of multi-robot (mobile or stationary) and multi-device (sensors, IoT, workcells, enterprise systems) systems, with a focus on the Robotics Middleware Framework (RMF).

Roles And Responsibilities

• Research and develop robotic software packages and tools for industrial applications using the ROS framework, including capabilities in Robotics Middleware Framework (RMF) multi-agent path planning, simulator design, perception, and motion planning. Drive application-oriented robotic research towards industrial automation using ROS 2.
• Architect and develop software solutions and core algorithms for interoperable multi-agent and multi-robot systems, focusing on coordination, scheduling optimisation, task assignment, and traffic deconfliction.
• Implement systems engineering approaches by translating business requirements into system requirements and validation methodologies, and develop software testing and validation strategies in accordance with industry standards.
• Execute technical projects, including planning, technical documentation, write-ups, and presentations.

Qualification & field of study: Degree in Robotics Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent.

Min. years of experience: 1-3 years.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in C++ and Python programming.
• Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with ROS2 and its ecosystem.
• Proficiency with Git version control.
• Knowledge of robotics concepts including manipulation, navigation, fleet management, and/or simulation.
• Experience with software systems integration, including architecture and communication protocols.
• Experience with networked systems design and implementation.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience applying or researching AI technologies in robotics.
• Experience managing stakeholders from requirements gathering to deployment.
• Web development experience (e.g., using common frameworks).
• Experience with specific robotics algorithms (e.g., scheduling optimisation, task assignment, traffic deconfliction).
• Experience in machine learning.
• Strong systems design skills.
• Experience developing software solutions using ROS libraries.