Senior Robotics Software Engineer

Searchability®; United States; Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative robotics startup is seeking a Senior Robotics Software Engineer to drive the next phase of growth. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment, focusing on designing and integrating advanced systems for robotics autonomy. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and real-time computing, you'll be part of a world-class engineering team tackling challenges in extreme environments. If you're passionate about robotics and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Full health cover (medical/dental/vision)

Paid PTO

Relocation package

401(k)

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 7+ years in robotics software development and control systems.
• Expertise in C++ and Python for high-performance software.
• Experience with real-time software development frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement real-time control algorithms for robotics.
• Collaborate with teams for field testing and system validation.
• Develop and optimize motion planning and sensor fusion algorithms.

Skills

Robotics Software Development

C++ Programming

Python Programming

Control Systems

Motion Planning

Sensor Fusion

Real-time Computing

AUV Experience

Marine Autonomy

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Robotics

M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science

M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ROS

ROS 2

DDS

RTOS

Git

Docker

Job description

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Base pay range

$160,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr

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Sports & Robotics Recruitment Specialist

Senior Robotics Software Engineer

WE’RE LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED SENIOR ROBOTICS SOFTWARE ENGINEER TO BECOME AN INSTRUMENTAL PART OF OUR NEXT PHASE OF GROWTH! THERE IS A RELOCATION PACKAGE OFFERING FOR THIS POSITION!

NO H1B or C2C CANDIDATES CAN BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE - ONLY US CITIZENS AND GREEN CARD HOLDERS ELIGIBLE.

• Senior Robotics Software Engineer
• Fully remote or hybrid working from one of their office locations (relocation package offered)
• AUV, Subsea Robotics, Marine Autonomy experience required
• Benefits - Full health cover (medical/dental/vision) & paid PTO!
• To apply please email / [e-mail]

WHO ARE WE?

We are a US-based Robotics startup in a very excited period of growth! You will join a world class engineering team with experience from some of the biggest names in tech. We now require a Senior Robotics Software Engineer with substantial experience in designing and integrating advanced perception, planning, and control systems for robust robotics autonomy. By combining classical and modern control approaches with real-time computing, the SRSE ensures reliable, high-performance robotic operations in extreme environments.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• ESSENTIAL: Experience with subsea robotics, autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), or marine autonomy.
• As SRSE you will help advance autonomy in energy management and GNC, by collaborating with cross-functional teams, and at times participating in at-sea testing or field deployments to validate and refine systems. Develop and track functional system requirements
• Design and implement real-time control algorithms for robotic systems, ensuring high precision, stability, and responsiveness.
• Develop and optimize motion planning, trajectory generation, and sensor fusion algorithms, SLAM for autonomous vehicles.
• Optimize system performance for low-latency, real-time computing and analytics using ROS, DDS, RTOS, or custom middleware.
• Develop and maintain high-performance C++ and Python software, following best practices in software architecture and design.
• M.S. or Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in robotics software development and control systems.
• Expertise in classical and modern control techniques (PID, LQR, MPC, adaptive control, nonlinear control).
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.
• Experience with real-time software development and middleware frameworks (ROS, ROS 2, DDS, RTOS).

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING.....

• Proficiency with motion planning, state estimation, and dynamic modeling for robotic systems.
• Proficiency in simulation tools like Gazebo, Mujoco, or custom physics-based simulators.
• Strong knowledge of multithreading, IPC, and distributed system architectures.
• Experience deploying and tuning control algorithms on embedded hardware (ARM, DSP, FPGA) or real-time operating systems.
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD, containerization (Docker), and software development best practices.
• Knowledge of acoustic, RF, or optical communication for remote robotic operations.
• Experience with sensor fusion (IMU, LiDAR, sonar, GPS, cameras) and embedded sensing.
• Strong background in optimal estimation (EKF, UKF, particle filters).
• Experience with machine learning for control (reinforcement learning, neural control, adaptive ML).

Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to [e-mail]. I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable, please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to follow me on Twitter @SearchablePM or connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Paolo Melacrinis in Google! I look forward to hearing from you.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Information Technology, and Other

• Industries

  Robotics Engineering, Engineering Services, and Software Development

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