Robotics Software Engineer

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We are working with an innovative technology company developing advanced software solutions for autonomous and intelligent systems. As the business continues to grow, they are looking for a Robotics Software Engineer to help develop software that supports the safe and reliable operation of next-generation robotic and autonomous technologies.

This is an opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team working on complex technical challenges at the intersection of robotics, software engineering and artificial intelligence.

The Role

You will be responsible for designing and developing software components used within autonomous and robotic platforms. Working closely with software engineers, systems specialists and AI practitioners, you will contribute to the delivery of robust, high-performance solutions used in demanding operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for robotic and autonomous systems
• Build and maintain components covering areas such as perception, navigation, planning, control and autonomous decision-making
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate software into wider system architectures
• Test, validate and optimise software to ensure reliability, performance and maintainability
• Contribute to software development standards, tooling and engineering best practice
• Investigate and apply emerging technologies, frameworks and techniques relevant to robotics and autonomy

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree qualified in Computer Science, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline
• Commercial experience developing software for robotics, autonomous systems or other complex engineering environments
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python
• Experience working with robotics platforms and frameworks such as ROS, Gazebo or similar technologies
• Understanding of areas such as perception, path planning, control systems and autonomous behaviours
• Experience working within Agile software development environments
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and automated testing approaches
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable working within multidisciplinary engineering teams

Desirable Experience

• Experience working on safety-critical, regulated or mission-critical systems
• Exposure to software assurance, verification or certification processes
• Understanding of recognised industry standards relating to software safety and reliability

Security Requirements

• Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance and have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Working Environment

• This is a growing technology business where engineers have the opportunity to take ownership, contribute ideas and play a significant role in shaping both products and engineering practices.
• The environment suits individuals who enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working collaboratively and contributing to the development of innovative technologies from an early stage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Employer pension contribution
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Additional benefits package under development as the business continues to grow

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