Summary: The Robotics Software Engineer role involves developing autonomous navigation systems for robots operating in hazardous environments. The position is contract-based for an initial six months, with a competitive hourly rate and the potential for extension. The engineer will focus on precise mapping and navigation, ensuring the robots can operate effectively in challenging conditions. This role requires expertise in ROS and related technologies to deliver robust solutions for autonomous systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work on mapping for autonomous robot in hazardous environments.
• Deliver navigation components for the autonomous system, focusing on ROS integration and mapping for autonomous robot to ensure accurate data collection and task execution.
• Develop ROS-based systems for autonomous navigation, ensuring the robot navigates within a 1-2 inch tolerance along walls and obstacles.
• Implement ROS to enable the robot to return to its home position once tasks are completed.
• Create a robust mapping for autonomous robot architecture to overcome the complexities of working in a non-clean environment with tight tolerances.
• Advise on the best platform and approach for the project, focusing on the ROS integration for precise navigation and task execution.
• Work closely with a team to ensure the mapping for autonomous robot meets the project's needs, while also considering the limitations of the environment.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in ROS for robotics, particularly in autonomous navigation and mapping for autonomous robot.
• Expertise in working with navigation components, including LIDAR, IMUs, and sensor integration for precise mapping and navigation in complex environments.
• Strong background in ROS and development of ROS-based navigation systems.
• Experience with mapping for autonomous robot systems in challenging environments, with a focus on tight tolerances (1-2 inches).
• Knowledge of C++, Python, and Linux environments.
• Experience with simulation work, ideally for autonomous robots in hazardous or confined spaces.
• Ability to develop from a clean sheet of paper and implement robust solutions in a greenfield project.
• Desirable: Experience with Jetson-based platforms or similar hardware.
• Ability to advise on the best solution for the navigation and mapping aspects of the project.

Salary (Rate): £80

City: Middlewich

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT