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Robot Software Engineer

Job in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48228, USA
Listing for: Motion Control
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-03
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Robotics, Embedded Software Engineer, Software Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Wixom, MI | On-Site (Must currently live within commuting distance)
Description
  • Robot Software Engineer (ROS2 / C++)
  • Wixom, MI | On-Site (Must currently live within commuting distance)

Are you passionate about robotics software and solving complex automation challenges? We're looking for a Robot Software Engineer to join a highly collaborative engineering team developing advanced robotic systems used in industrial automation. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building software from the ground up and seeing it come to life on real robotic platforms. If you have experience with ROS/ROS2, C++, motion planning, and robotic system integration
, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join?
  • Work on cutting-edge robotics and automation technologies
  • Collaborate with a talented, multidisciplinary engineering team
  • Develop software that powers real-world industrial robotic systems
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
  • Strong opportunities for professional growth and technical advancement
Major

Duties & Responsibilities What You'll Do
  • Develop robotic software applications using ROS/ROS2
  • Design and implement motion planning, path planning, and trajectory generation algorithms
  • Develop high-performance software in C++
  • Integrate software with industrial robots, sensors, vision systems, and automation equipment
  • Optimize robot performance for speed, accuracy, and reliability
  • Troubleshoot software, hardware, and system integration challenges
  • Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and systems engineers throughout the product lifecycle
  • Support testing, commissioning, and deployment of robotic systems
  • Participate in software architecture, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications Minimum Skills & Abilities
  • Strong proficiency in C++
  • Hands-on experience developing applications using ROS and/or ROS2
  • Experience with motion planning frameworks such as Move It, OMPL, or similar
  • Solid understanding of robot kinematics, dynamics, coordinate transformations, and control systems
  • Experience developing software in Linux environments
  • Familiarity with Git and modern software development practices
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience integrating machine vision systems (OpenCV, 3D vision, depth cameras, etc.)
  • Industrial robot programming experience (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Universal Robots, Yaskawa, or similar)
  • PLC programming or integration experience is a plus (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, etc.)
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Ether Net/IP, EtherCAT, or PROFINET
  • Python programming experience
  • Experience with simulation tools such as Gazebo, RViz, or Isaac Sim
  • Experience working in industrial automation or manufacturing environments
Minimum Education & Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field

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