Mobile Robotics Engineer

In this role, you will design and develop advanced robotics solutions across multiple domains, including ground, aerial, and underwater systems. As part of the Soft Serve Robotics Group, you will work on end-to-end robotics systems — from prototyping to production — combining perception, planning, control, and system integration in both simulated and real-world environments.

• Design and develop robotics solutions for mobile robots, drones, and autonomous systems
• Build rapid prototypes and evolve them into production-ready solutions
• Develop and maintain complex robotics systems, including perception, planning, and control components
• Test robotics solutions in simulation and real-world environments
• Work with simulation tools such as Gazebo, NVIDIA Isaac Sim, Bullet, or CARLA
• Integrate robotic systems with cloud services for scalability and enhanced functionality
• Design automation solutions to improve efficiency and precision across industries
• Ensure system performance, reliability, and maintainability through testing and CI/CD practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on robotics system development and deployment

• 5+ years of experience in software development with strong expertise in C/C++ and Python
• MSc in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechatronics, Applied Mathematics, or related field
• Hands‑on experience with robotics frameworks (ROS/ROS2, RViz)
• Practical experience in mobile robots, drones, AMRs, AGVs, AVs, or automotive systems
• Strong knowledge of robotics domains: perception, trajectory planning, kinematics, obstacle avoidance
• Experience with simulation tools (Gazebo, Isaac Sim, Bullet, CARLA)
• Solid understanding of sensors, actuators, and control systems
• Experience working in Linux/Unix environments
• Strong background in system design, architecture, and performance evaluation
• Experience with testing, CI/CD, build, deployment, and monitoring processes
• Familiarity with functional safety standards and system reliability practices
• Knowledge of CUDA or hardware acceleration techniques (nice to have)

Soft Serve is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, and other protected characteristics under applicable law. Let’s put your talents and experience in motion with Soft Serve.

Work from home, from the office, or in a hybrid format that supports focus and collaboration.

Competitive, market-based pay, benchmarked by role and location — plus health coverage, paid time off, wellness support, and learning opportunities.

Approachable leaders who communicate openly, keep teams close to the strategy, and support long-term planning.