Robotics Software & Controls Engineer

About the role

We are partnering with an innovative engineering business that creates next‑generation robotics, automation and sensing solutions for the mining sector. As a Robotics Software & Controls Engineer you will join a multidisciplinary team to design, develop and integrate software that powers intelligent automation systems from concept to field deployment.

Key responsibilities

• Develop high‑quality C++ and Python software for robotics and automation applications.
• Design, test and deploy software that integrates with hardware, sensors and industrial control systems.
• Build and maintain APIs, software libraries and system integrations.
• Create automation and control functionality using modern engineering practices.
• Integrate IoT devices and sensor data into intelligent automation platforms.
• Investigate and resolve software, integration and performance issues.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical and robotics engineers throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support testing, commissioning and continuous product improvement.
• Contribute to technical documentation, version control and deployment processes.
• Prototype emerging technologies to enhance future product capability.

Required profile

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Commercial software development experience using C++ and/or Python.
• Experience integrating software with hardware, automation or robotics platforms.
• Strong understanding of Linux environments, APIs and software libraries.
• Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Required skills

• C++
• Python
• ROS2
• MoveIt2
• CodeSys
• EtherCAT
• Computer Vision
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• IoT and sensor integration
• Linux
• APIs
• Git
• Azure
• Snowflake
• Streamlit

What we offer

• Salary $140,000 + Super (or equivalent contract rate).
• Permanent, contract and temporary opportunities.
• Work on cutting‑edge robotics and automation technology.
• Opportunity to take products from concept through to deployment.
• Collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation.
• Exposure to emerging technologies across robotics, AI and industrial automation.
• Long‑term career progression as the engineering team grows.