Robotics Solutions Engineer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Robotics Solutions Engineer based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to design and develop advanced robotics solutions that power autonomous systems and real-world applications.
You will work across the full robotics software stack, from sensor integration and perception to motion planning and behavioral systems.
The position combines deep technical engineering with hands-on problem solving in a remote, collaborative environment.
You will contribute to building reliable, production-ready robotic platforms while partnering with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
This is an impactful role for an engineer passionate about robotics innovation, real-time systems, and intelligent automation.
You will also help shape engineering practices through technical leadership, mentorship, and continuous improvement.

The Robotics Solutions Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing software systems that enable autonomous robotic platforms. The role requires strong technical ownership, collaboration across engineering disciplines, and a focus on delivering scalable, reliable solutions.

• Develop and maintain robotics software using C++ and Python, ensuring strong performance, reliability, and real-time execution.
• Design and integrate sensor data pipelines involving cameras, LiDAR, IMUs, and other robotic sensing technologies.
• Implement perception, localization, mapping, SLAM, and sensor fusion solutions to support accurate environmental understanding.
• Develop motion planning, control, and trajectory generation algorithms that enable safe and predictable robot behavior.
• Build behavioral systems using state machines, behavior trees, and task planning frameworks.
• Integrate ROS and ROS 2 frameworks with custom hardware and embedded robotic systems.
• Implement safety-focused software patterns, including fault detection, watchdog systems, and safe-stop mechanisms.
• Create simulation environments using tools such as Gazebo, Isaac Sim, or similar platforms for testing and development.
• Support field testing activities, including data collection, analysis, troubleshooting, and system optimization.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, machine learning, and product teams to translate requirements into effective technical solutions.
• Maintain clear technical documentation, including architecture designs, operational procedures, and engineering guidelines.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing.
• Evaluate emerging robotics technologies and recommend solutions based on technical maturity, business needs, and long-term value.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate brings strong robotics engineering expertise, software development skills, and experience building complex systems that operate reliably in real-world environments.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in robotics software engineering or a similar field.
• Strong programming proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Hands-on experience developing robotics applications using ROS or ROS 2.
• Experience with one or more robotics domains, including perception, localization, motion planning, control, or autonomous systems.
• Knowledge of sensor fusion techniques, including Kalman filters, particle filters, and related estimation methods.
• Experience working with simulation environments such as Gazebo, Isaac Sim, or MuJoCo.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities in real-time, concurrent, and hardware-integrated systems.
• Experience supporting robotics field testing and hardware/software integration.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to document technical concepts clearly and collaborate across teams.
• Familiarity with safety-critical software standards such as ISO 26262 or IEC 61508 is preferred.
• Experience with machine learning-based perception systems, autonomous vehicles, drones, industrial automation, or open-source robotics projects is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary range of $100,000–$150,000.
• Fully remote work opportunity within the United States.
• Full-time direct employment opportunity.
• Opportunity to work on innovative robotics and autonomous technology projects.
• Collaborative environment with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Career growth opportunities through technical leadership, mentorship, and challenging projects.
• Professional development opportunities and exposure to emerging robotics technologies.