Senior Robotics Software Engineer (Flight Software)

Flight Software Engineer

Up to £65,000

Competitive Benefits Package

Remote Working

Permanent

Candidates must be eligible to obtain a SC clearance. Candidates must have right to workin the Uk, no sponsorship is offered.

We are looking for a talented Flight Software Engineer to join a fast-growing AI and robotics safety start-up. The business is expanding its engineering team as it continues to build cutting-edge assurance systems for AI-enabled robotics and autonomous systems.

The company is developing advanced safety and assurance technology designed to ensure autonomous systems operate safely, predictably and with optimal performance. Their solutions focus on robotics and AI applications where reliability and safety are critical.

You will play a key role in developing software components that enable safe and reliable operation of autonomous robotic systems within the company's robotics platform. Working closely with cross-functional teams across embedded systems, AI/ML and systems architecture, you will help design, develop and validate robotics software that meets high performance and safety standards.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working in a startup environment and is motivated by solving complex technical problems. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics technology while helping shape products from an early stage.

Key Responsibilities:

* Design, develop and implement robotic software components and algorithms across perception, planning, control and decision-making systems

* Collaborate with embedded engineers, AI/ML specialists and system architects to integrate software into the wider robotics platform

* Conduct testing, optimisation and validation to ensure software meets safety and performance requirements

* Contribute to improving development processes, tooling and methodologies for robotics systems

* Stay up to date with advancements in robotics software, algorithms and frameworks and apply them within the product

* Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing across the engineering team

Key Skills

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline

* Proven experience developing software for robotic or autonomous systems

* Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python

* Experience with robotics frameworks such as ROS, Gazebo or MoveIt

* Strong understanding of robotics algorithms including perception, planning, control and decision-making

* Experience with modern software development practices such as Agile, CI/CD and Test-Driven Development

* Excellent analytical, debugging and problem-solving skills

* Strong communication and collaboration skills

Desirable Skills

* Experience working on safety-critical or mission-critical systems

* Familiarity with safety standards such as DO-178C, ISO 26262 or IEC 61508

* Experience working in robotics, autonomous systems or aerospace environments

* Experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers

What you get in return:

Salary Up to £65,000

Generous Holiday Allowance

Salary Sacrifice Pension with 5% matched company contribution

EV Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI, robotics and safety technologies in a fast-growing start-up environment

This company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Interested?

Please submit your CV to Chrissie Rehman at DCS Recruitment via the link provided. Alternatively email me on or call on (phone number removed).

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