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Senior Robotics Software Engineer / ROS / ROS2

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLCWilmington, MA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 17 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

We're partnered with a fast-moving engineering team in Middlesex County, MA building next-generation robotic systems that bring intelligent software into real-world environments. They're hiring a full-time Senior Robotics Software Engineer to work across perception, planning, and execution.

This role is ideal for someone coming from a startup or autonomy background who's used to moving quickly, owning systems end-to-end, and working heavily in ROS/ROS2 based architecture. You'll be building and scaling robotics software that interfaces directly with sensors, ML models, and actuation systems, turning high-level intelligence into reliable motion in dynamic environments. If you've worked on real robots and enjoy a fast-paced environment while solving issues and problems in real time this is a strong fit.

Required Skills & Experience
  • 5+ years in robotics software, autonomy, or systems engineering
  • Deep experience with ROS/RO2
  • Strong C++ and Python experience
  • Experience integrating perception, planning, or control systems
  • Hands-on experience with real robotics platforms
  • Familiarity with Linux-based systems and distributed robotics architectures
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Experience with simulation tools
  • Exposure to ML interface pipelines in robotics
  • Experience with sensor integration
  • Start-up environment experience
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
  • 30% Industrial robotics & controller integration
  • 25% C/C++
  • 20% Industrial protocols & communication
  • 15% Real time systems & control loops
  • 10% Python
Daily Responsibilities
  • 80% Hands On
  • 20% Team Collaboration

The Offer
You will receive the following benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • 401k

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Skills

Robotics
C++
Python
ROS

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