Senior Robotics Software Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Stock options

Professional development funding

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Robotics Software Engineer for a fully remote role to design, develop, and deploy software for autonomous robotic systems, including motion planning, perception, and control.

You will work with a global team, using ROS, Gazebo, and AI techniques, reporting to engineering leadership and mentoring junior engineers while delivering robust real-time software.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in CS, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional robotics software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python, with ROS experience.
• Solid understanding of motion planning, SLAM, CV, and control theory.
• Experience with Git and build systems; Gazebo or MuJoCo familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy robust software for robotic systems.
• Implement algorithms for navigation, perception, manipulation, and control.
• Integrate hardware components and sensors into software architecture.
• Develop and maintain ROS framework across robotic platforms.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and system architects to define software requirements.
• Optimize software performance for real-time operation and efficiency.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex software issues.
• Contribute to simulation environments for robotic testing.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and best practices.

Skills

C++

Python

Motion planning

SLAM

Computer vision

Control theory

Git

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree or PhD in CS/Robotics/EE or related field

Tools

ROS

Gazebo

MuJoCo

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a cutting-edge technology company specializing in advanced robotics and automation solutions. We are seeking an experienced Senior Robotics Software Engineer for a fully remote position. This role is critical in designing, developing, and implementing sophisticated software for autonomous systems, industrial robots, and innovative robotic applications. You will work with a global team of experts, tackling challenging problems in areas such as motion planning, computer vision, control systems, and AI integration. If you are passionate about robotics, possess strong software engineering skills, and excel in a collaborative remote work environment, this is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements. This role benefits from the global reach of technological innovation, echoing the ambition found in areas like Upington, Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy robust software for robotic systems.
• Implement algorithms for robot navigation, perception, manipulation, and control.
• Integrate various hardware components and sensors into the robotic software architecture.
• Develop and maintain the ROS (Robot Operating System) framework for different robotic platforms.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and system architects to define software requirements.
• Optimize software performance, ensuring real-time operation and efficiency.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex software and system issues.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of simulation environments for robotic testing.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and best practices.

Requirements

A Master's degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in robotics software development. Strong proficiency in C++ and Python, with experience in robotics software development frameworks like ROS. Solid understanding of algorithms for motion planning, SLAM, computer vision, and control theory. Experience with software development tools, including version control (Git) and build systems. Familiarity with simulation environments such as Gazebo or MuJoCo. Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills. Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team. Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting. A portfolio or examples of previous robotics projects is highly desirable. This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility to engineers worldwide, aligning with the spirit of innovation seen in technologically advancing regions like Upington, Northern Cape.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, stock options, and a comprehensive remote work benefits package, including health insurance and professional development funding. We foster a culture of innovation, providing challenging projects and opportunities for career growth. You will be part of a dynamic team pushing the boundaries of what's possible in robotics.