Senior Robotics Engineer Freelance

Milieu Global It Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

Milieu Global IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a Senior Robotics Engineer for freelance engagement.

The role demands hands-on robotics engineering, system architecture input, and guiding technical development from concept to implementation. The ideal candidate will design and integrate autonomous robotic systems, develop software in C++ and Python, and work with ROS/ROS2, SLAM, and sensor fusion to deliver real-world applications across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in robotics engineering or autonomous systems.
• Strong hands-on programming skills in C++ and Python.
• Practical experience with ROS/ROS2.
• Good understanding of SLAM, localisation, mapping, navigation, and motion planning.
• Experience integrating sensors and robotic hardware.
• Knowledge of Linux, Git, debugging, and real-time systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to independently manage complex technical tasks.
• Experience with real-world robotics projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and test robotic systems and autonomous applications.
• Develop robotics software using C++ and Python.
• Work with ROS/ROS2, robotic middleware, and system integration.
• Implement autonomous navigation, localization, mapping, and motion-planning solutions.
• Integrate and troubleshoot sensors such as LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, GPS, and other robotics hardware.
• Work on SLAM, sensor fusion, perception, and real-time robotics systems.
• Collaborate on robotics architecture, prototyping, testing, debugging, and performance optimisation.
• Identify and resolve complex hardware and software integration issues.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers when required.
• Contribute to project documentation and ensure timely delivery of assigned milestones.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS/ROS2

SLAM

Localization

Mapping

Navigation

Motion Planning

Sensors Integration

Linux

Git

Debugging

Real-time Systems

Problem Solving

Robotics Projects

Tools

Gazebo

OpenCV

PCL

Nav2

Isaac Sim

Job description

Senior Robotics Engineer Freelance

Company: Milieu Global IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Experience: 710 Years

Employment Type: Freelance / Contract / Project-Based

Location: Hyderabad

Work Mode: Flexible, based on project requirements

Job Description

Milieu Global IT Solutions is looking for an experienced Senior Robotics Engineer with strong hands‑on expertise in robotics engineering, autonomous systems, and real‑world robotic applications. The ideal candidate should be capable of independently handling complex robotics challenges, contributing to system architecture, and guiding technical development from concept to implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and test robotic systems and autonomous applications.
• Develop robotics software using C++ and Python.
• Work with ROS/ROS2, robotic middleware, and system integration.
• Implement autonomous navigation, localization, mapping, and motion‑planning solutions.
• Integrate and troubleshoot sensors such as LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, GPS, and other robotics hardware.
• Work on SLAM, sensor fusion, perception, and real‑time robotics systems.
• Collaborate on robotics architecture, prototyping, testing, debugging, and performance optimisation.
• Identify and resolve complex hardware and software integration issues.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers when required.
• Contribute to project documentation and ensure timely delivery of assigned milestones.

Required Skills

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in robotics engineering or autonomous systems.
• Strong hands‑on programming skills in C++ and Python.
• Practical experience with ROS/ROS2.
• Good understanding of SLAM, localisation, mapping, navigation, and motion planning.
• Experience integrating sensors and robotic hardware.
• Knowledge of Linux, Git, debugging, and real‑time systems.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to independently manage complex technical tasks.
• Experience with real‑world robotics projects is essential.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), UGVs, industrial robotics, drones, or field robotics.
• Familiarity with Nav2, Gazebo, Isaac Sim, OpenCV, PCL, or similar robotics tools.
• Experience in AI‑based perception, computer vision, or sensor fusion.
• Exposure to robotics applications in mining, inspection, industrial automation, or other challenging environments.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a technically strong professional who can take ownership of robotics engineering tasks, solve real‑world problems, and contribute effectively to project‑based development.