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Robotics Application Engineer

Robotics Application Engineer

Weston RobotQueenstown, Otago, New Zealand
5 days ago
Job description

Overview

We are seeking Robotics Application Engineers to join our team in building and delivering advanced robotic systems.

This role offers a unique blend of hands-on deployment and support with a clear growth path into robotics software development.

You'll play a critical role in setting up, testing, and maintaining robots in real environments, while gradually taking on software responsibilities in system development, automation, and integration.

This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy working at the intersection of real-world hardware and software and want to evolve into a core member of our software engineering team.

Responsibilities

Deploy and configure mobile robotic systems, including initial setup, calibration, and functional validation

Support customers and internal users during early-stage deployments and pilots

Debug software and system-level issues in ROS-based environments

Develop tools and scripts to automate deployment, calibration, and monitoring tasks

Write and maintain client-facing documentation and internal technical notes

Train customers and internal team members on robot usage and troubleshooting

Contribute to the software development of core robotics components, including perception, navigation, behavior orchestration, and diagnostics

Collaborate closely with hardware and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration

Relay insights and feedback from real-world deployments back to the development team

Qualifications

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

Strong proficiency in C++, preferably in the context of robotics or embedded systems

Familiarity with Linux systems and command-line tools

Working experience with ROS2 and the ability to navigate its launch / configuration systems

Exposure to real-time sensor data and robotic hardware (e.g., LiDARs, cameras, IMUs)

Comfortable working in live environments, including labs, customer sites, or field settings

Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Willingness to travel occasionally for robot deployments and customer support

Nice to Have

Experience with CI / CD tools for robotics software

Knowledge of Docker, Git, and build systems like CMake or colcon

Familiarity with robotic simulation environments (Gazebo, Webots, or Isaac Sim)

Background in motion planning, SLAM, or control systems

Experience working in startup or fast-paced development environments

Application Materials

Resume / CV

Link(s) to code sample(s), ideally in a publicly accessible repository

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