Job Description
Position: Robotics Software Engineer
Location: Northwich, Cheshire
Join Our Client's Cutting-Edge Team as a Robotic Software Engineer in Cheshire!
KO2 Recruitment is excited to partner with a leading Cheshire-based business who design and develop robotic devices and related products that are used around the globe. They are looking to add a robotics software engineer to their growing engineering team.
About the Role: Our client is seeking a talented Robotics Software Engineer to join their small, dynamic R&D team. As a Robotics Software Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in advancing the autonomy and intelligence of their cutting-edge products.
You’ll spend most of your time writing software to control moving parts and also developing intuitive interfaces. The core languages required are C, C++, or Python with Linux. While experience with ROS or ROS2 (Robot Operating System) is also required.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement software for control systems, ensuring smooth operation of physical hardware, including robotic arms and payloads.
* Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate adaptive technologies and sensors for terrain analysis and autonomous decision-making.
* Conduct hands-on testing in both factory and field environments.
* Work closely with the team to ensure seamless communication and control via radio links.
Ideal Candidate:
* Degree in Computer Science or related field with strong experience in writing software to control hardware.
* Hands-on engineers with a passion for robotics and autonomous applications.
* Proficiency in C, C++, or Python. Experience with Codesys and embedded systems is a plus.
* Experience working with Linux and/or ROS/ROS2 (Robot Operating System)
If you’re a software engineer looking to take your robotics expertise to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a forward-thinking team where innovation and technology meet real-world challenges.