Hybrid Mobile Robotics Software Engineer (ROS2/C++)

KION Business Services Polska; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

KION Group is seeking a Mobile Robotics Software Engineer (ROS2 / NextGen) to shape software for advanced mobile robotic systems in the Americas region. You will work on foundational C++ software for embedded and simulation tasks within a globally distributed team.

The role emphasizes modern C++ (C++17/20), ROS2, and middleware experience, with a hybrid work model near Grand Rapids, MI. Candidates should have solid robotics experience and a track record of technical ownership.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional experience in C++ software engineering and robotics.
• Hands-on experience with ROS/ROS2 or other robotics frameworks.
• Experience with autonomous systems, robotics, or embedded environments.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop core C++ software for embedded onboard systems, simulation, and deployment.
• Drive tools/frameworks for robotic platforms and internal teams.
• Collaborate across robotics, cloud, and systems groups on multi-functional efforts.

Skills

C++ programming

Real-time systems

Linux

Code debugging

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software/Robotics

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ROS2

DDS

ZeroMQ

gRPC

Job description

KION Group is seeking a Mobile Robotics Software Engineer (ROS2 / NextGen) to shape software for advanced mobile robotic systems in the Americas region. You will work on foundational C++ software for embedded and simulation tasks within a globally distributed team.

The role emphasizes modern C++ (C++17/20), ROS2, and middleware experience, with a hybrid work model near Grand Rapids, MI. Candidates should have solid robotics experience and a track record of technical ownership.