Robotics Software Engineer - C++ ROS2

Location:

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Sector:

C++ / C# / Python / Java

Job type:

Permanent

Job reference:

NAD1141

Salary:

75,000 + Benefits

Fleet Control and Data Acquisition Software Engineer – C++ / Linux / Robotics
Are you an experienced Software Engineer with strong expertise in modern C++, Linux, and robotics software development? Are you based in Portugal, or interested in joining a pioneering autonomous robotics company developing advanced technology for real-world environments?
If so, our client – Fieldwork Robotics, an innovative robotics technology company – is looking to hire a Fleet Control and Data Acquisition Software Engineer based in Portugal, supporting global engineering teams across the UK, Europe, Australia, and the USA.
Key responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and optimise modern C++ software for robotic platforms, focusing on fleet control, data acquisition, and performance monitoring
• Develop real-time data pipelines to capture, aggregate, transfer, and analyse robotic system data
• Identify and integrate fleet management frameworks such as Open RMF to support autonomous robot scheduling
• Collaborate with robotics, vision, machine learning, mechanical, and electronics teams within an Agile development environment
• Test, debug, and validate software performance, reliability, and deployment readiness
To be successful, you should have:
• 3+ Years experience in an industry Software Design position
• A degree (or Master’s) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Strong commercial experience with modern C++ (C++11–20) and Linux
• Experience with performance testing, profiling, and software optimisation
• Experience with databases, ideally PostgreSQL, and data-driven software systems
• Experience with robotics software development and integration (ROS2 experience beneficial)
This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, alongside the opportunity to join a pioneering robotics company with excellent career progression, flexible working, and profit-share/share option potential.
To apply for this Fleet Control and Data Acquisition Software Engineer – C++ / Linux opportunity, please send your CV to or call