Lead Mobile Robotics Engineer (ROS2/C++)

Dematic; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 152,000; 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 define and deliver core software for advanced mobile robotic systems. You will work on real-time control, modular architectures, simulation, and fleet orchestration within a globally distributed team.

Located in Grand Rapids, MI, this hybrid role offers opportunities to influence robotics software strategy while mentoring engineers and shaping platform direction across the Americas region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in C++ for robotics.
• Experience with real-time embedded software.
• Mentoring or technical leadership desired.
• Strong Linux debugging and profiling skills.
• Familiarity with ROS/ROS2 and robotics frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop core C++ software for mobile robots.
• Lead tools/frameworks for robotic platforms.
• Collaborate across robotics, cloud, and systems teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive best practices.

Skills

C++ programming

ROS/ROS2

Real-time systems

Leadership experience

Linux proficiency

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s in CS or Robotics

Tools

ROS2

Linux

Git

Job description

KION Group is seeking a Mobile Robotics Software Engineer (ROS2 / NextGen) to define and deliver core software for advanced mobile robotic systems. You will work on real-time control, modular architectures, simulation, and fleet orchestration within a globally distributed team.

Located in Grand Rapids, MI, this hybrid role offers opportunities to influence robotics software strategy while mentoring engineers and shaping platform direction across the Americas region.