Senior Robotics Software Engineer I Austin, Texas, United States

iconbuild.com; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

iconbuild.com is seeking a Senior Robotics Software Engineer to join their team in Austin, TX. The role involves developing high-performance C++ software for robotic systems, including motion planning and coordination of robotic arms.

Applicants should have a Master's degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience. The position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge robotics technology in a dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in robotics software development.
• Hands-on experience with robotic platforms and control systems.
• Strong knowledge of autonomy algorithms and robotics frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize high-performance C++ software for robotic arms.
• Implement real-time sensor fusion and state estimation algorithms.
• Lead system integration and validation efforts across hardware and software.

Skills

Modern C++ (17 or newer)

Python

Robotic arm kinematics

Motion planning

Sensor fusion

Education

Masters Degree in Software Engineering, Robotics, or related field

Job description

ICON is looking for a Senior Robotics Software Engineer to join our Software team in Austin, TX. As a Senior Robotics Software Engineer, you will help develop and maintain robotic control software for all of ICON’s robotic systems. You will be responsible for developing high-performance C++ software to drive complex arm motions, integrating real-time sensor data, and ensuring reliable motion planning. This role is based at ICON’s Austin, TX headquarters, and will report to the Director of Embedded Software Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize high-performance C++ software for controlling and coordinating large-scale robotic arms.
• Develop robust motion planning and trajectory generation algorithms to safely navigate industrial arms through complex workspaces.
• Implement real-time sensor fusion and state estimation algorithms (using sensors like IMUs, LiDAR, etc.) to improve arm localization and end-effector precision.
• Program robotic arm motions in coordination with other systems.
• Develop and maintain simulated environments and automated test frameworks to support continuous integration and system verification.
• Lead system integration and validation efforts across hardware and software.
• Participate in architecture decisions for controls and electrical systems, including component selection and standardization.
• Participate in design & code reviews to maintain consistency and high-quality output.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters Degree or higher in Software Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in robotics software development.
• Expert-level proficiency in modern C++ (17 or newer) and Python within a professional robotics software development environment.
• Deep foundational understanding of robotic arm kinematics (forward and inverse), multi-body dynamics, and motion planning.
• Hands-on experience with robotic platforms, sensors, actuators, localization, perception, and control systems.
• Practical experience designing and optimizing sensor fusion and state estimation algorithms (e.g., Kalman Filters).
• Strong knowledge of autonomy algorithms, robotics frameworks (such as ROS), and simulation environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience programming industrial robots in high-level languages.
• Experience in formal control theory and linear algebra.
• A general understanding of how to manage redundant kinematic chains or stabilize dynamic systems.
• Proven track record of delivering products to end users and production environments.
• Familiarity with hardware design, prototyping, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset to identify issues, propose innovative solutions, and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of performance.

ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination-free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Consistent with the obligations of these laws, ICON will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Furthermore, as a federal government contractor, the Company maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with recordkeeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended).