Industrial Robotics Software Engineer

Socket.dev; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Viable Engineering Solutions in Orlando seeks an Industrial Robotics Software Engineer to build automation software that blends C#, computer vision, and robotics systems. You will design interfaces for Fanuc and other 6-axis robots and create tools for sensors and I/O integration.

The role combines software development with robotics, vision, and automation to solve complex manufacturing challenges in a state-of-the-art facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in C# and object-oriented software development.
• Experience with .NET, DI, WPF, and MVVM architecture.
• Experience with Visual Studio and Git.
• Knowledge of linear algebra, trigonometry, and robotics math.
• Experience with 6-axis industrial robots (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, or similar).
• Experience with robot motion control, path planning, and collision avoidance.
• Knowledge of machine vision and image processing tools such as OpenCV, Cognex, or Keyence.

Responsibilities

• Develop rapid prototypes and feasibility studies for robotic automation applications.
• Design, develop, test, and support software applications using C#, .NET, WPF, and MVVM.
• Develop software and interfaces for Fanuc and other 6-axis robots.
• Create libraries and APIs for interfacing with sensors, cameras, PLCs, and I/O systems.
• Develop and optimize robotic path planning, motion control, collision avoidance, and offline programming tools.
• Implement computer vision solutions using stereo vision, image processing, and 3D localization.
• Develop calibration processes for robotic cells, tooling, and workpiece positioning.
• Evaluate and validate sensors, vision systems, and motion planning algorithms.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to commission, troubleshoot, and improve automated systems.

Skills

C#

.NET

WPF

MVVM

Visual Studio

Git

OpenCV

Cognex

6-axis robots

Robotics path planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field

Tools

Visual Studio

Git

Job description

We are seeking an Industrial Robotics Software Engineer to develop advanced automation solutions that integrate software, industrial robotics, machine vision, and sensor technologies. This role combines C# software development, robotic path planning, computer vision, and automation system integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop rapid prototypes and perform feasibility studies for robotic automation applications.
• Design, develop, test, and support software applications using C#, .NET, WPF, and MVVM.
• Develop software and communication interfaces for Fanuc and other 6-axis industrial robots.
• Create libraries and APIs for interfacing with external devices and sensors, including cameras, laser profilometers, ultrasonic probes, PLCs, motor controllers, and digital I/O systems.
• Develop and optimize robotic path planning, motion control, collision avoidance, and offline programming tools.
• Implement computer vision solutions using stereo vision, image processing, and 3D object localization technologies.
• Develop calibration processes for robotic cells, tooling, and workpiece positioning.
• Evaluate and validate the performance, accuracy, and feasibility of sensors, vision systems, and motion planning algorithms.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to commission, troubleshoot, and continuously improve automated systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in C# and object-oriented software development.
• Experience with .NET, Dependency Injection, WPF, and MVVM architecture.
• Experience with development tools such as Visual Studio and Git.
• Knowledge of linear algebra, trigonometry, and applied mathematics for robotics applications.
• Experience with or strong familiarity with 6-axis industrial robots (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, or similar).
• Experience with robotic motion control, path planning, and collision avoidance concepts.
• Knowledge of machine vision and image processing tools such as OpenCV, Cognex, or Keyence.
• Experience integrating sensors, PLCs, motor control systems, and industrial communication devices.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM, robotic simulation, or offline programming software is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys combining software development, robotics, computer vision, and automation technologies to solve complex manufacturing and industrial challenges.

The Company:

Viable Engineering Solutions is a world-class concept-to-completion center for the industrial market. We take Research and Development to the next level providing rapid prototyping, robotics, automation, and non-destructive testing solutions in our state-of-the-art concept-to-completion facility. We are located in Orlando in the heart of the Central Florida Research Park.

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Viable Engineering Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes affirmative action to employ and advance qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

In compliance with federal law, we encourage qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. As a federal contractor, Viable is committed to complying with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).