Senior Software Engineer for Mobile Robotics

Senior Software Engineer for Mobile Robotics

Join NODE Robotics, a spin-off from Europe’s leading robotics institute, on a mission to revolutionize mobile robotics through intuitive, high-impact software.

Overview

As a Senior Software Engineer for Mobile Robotics, you’ll develop and maintain software systems for autonomous mobile robots. You’ll create robust software solutions, conduct thorough testing, develop advanced algorithms, and document systems to enhance robot performance and autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Software Development: Design, develop, and maintain advanced software systems to control autonomous mobile robots, focusing on innovative solutions and performance improvements.


• Testing and Quality Assurance: Perform extensive testing, including simulations and field tests, to ensure reliability, safety, and efficiency of robotic systems.


• Algorithm Development: Create and implement algorithms for sensor fusion, localization and mapping, path planning, path control, and order/traffic management to enhance robot autonomy.


• Documentation: Produce and maintain detailed documentation, including technical specifications, user manuals, and API documentation for robotic systems.


• Troubleshooting and Optimization: Identify and resolve software and system issues, continuously optimizing software for improved efficiency and functionality.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• At least 10 years of professional experience, mostly in software development for robotics


• Experience with at least one of the following topics: SLAM, path planning, computer vision, AI, FMS


• Several years of experience in collaborative software development and in developing industry-ready software


• Expert in ROS2


• Expert in C++ (17 or higher)


• Proficient in Linux


• Deep understanding of communication protocols from Fieldbus (e.g., CAN, RS485, EtherCAT) up to WebSocket/REST interfaces


• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills


• A mindset for clean architecture, modularity, and real-time constraints

What we offer

Mobile robotics should enhance operations, not complicate them. NODE Robotics provides the tools to make that vision a reality. With our scalable software platform NODE.OS, businesses can integrate and manage mobile robots with confidence, efficiency, and ease. Built on proven technologies, our platform delivers reliable navigation, precise localization, and advanced fleet management capabilities. This allows companies to streamline operations, adapt to changing needs, and grow sustainably. Designed for seamless integration and intuitive usability, our solutions empower businesses to get the most out of their mobile robots – today and in the future.

About us

In 2020, NODE Robotics spun off from Fraunhofer IPA, Europe’s largest institute for applied research and a powerhouse of robotics. We grew with venture capital, building a team of specialists aligned with our core values: collaborative improvement, learning, customer empathy, and output excellence. We are robotics enthusiasts focused on building the most versatile and easy-to-use software for mobile robots, enabling humans and machines to work in their sweet spot. Become part of our diverse team and help us scale internationally.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Software Development

Industries

• Software Development

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