Principal Software Engineer - Robotics

Our client is an innovative robotics start-up dedicated to revolutionizing automation through intelligent robotic solutions. Their team is pushing the boundaries of technology to enhance efficiency, precision, and scalability in robotics applications. They are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to play a critical role in designing and developing robust, scalable software systems that power our cutting-edge robotic platforms.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead the development of software solutions that integrate with our robotic systems. You will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and optimizing software applications, ensuring seamless communication between robotic hardware, cloud infrastructure, and user interfaces. This role requires a deep technical background, leadership capabilities, and the ability to drive innovation in a fast-paced start-up environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect, develop, and maintain software solutions for robotic applications, including real-time control systems, cloud-based services, and data processing pipelines.

• Lead software development initiatives, ensuring high performance, security, and scalability.

• Collaborate with robotics engineers, data scientists, and product managers to integrate software solutions with robotic platforms.

• Develop APIs and services to enable seamless communication between robots, cloud platforms, and user interfaces.

• Optimize system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure robust deployment strategies.

• Implement best practices in software development, including CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and DevOps automation.

• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in robotics software, cloud computing, and distributed systems.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• 8+ years of experience in software development, with expertise in system architecture and software optimization.

• Proficiency in modern programming languages such as C++, Python, or Rust.

• Strong knowledge of robotics frameworks (e.g., ROS, ROS2) and real-time systems.

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.

• Knowledge of database management (SQL and NoSQL) and scalable data architecture.

• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.

• Strong understanding of networking, security, and distributed systems.

• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

• Prior experience working in robotics or automation environments is a plus.