Software Engineering Manager - Robotics

About the role

A growing robotics technology company serving industrial clients in energy, mining and other demanding sectors worldwide is looking for a Software Engineering Lead/Manager in Perth, WA. The role owns the full software stack, from firmware through ROS2 middleware to UI/UX, and leads a growing team of engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Run projects and interface directly with clients and stakeholders
• Translate requirements into deliverables
• Stay hands-on on key technical work
• Work across ROS2 middleware and Linux-based systems, Unity-based UI (moving to web-based UI), Docker and containerised environments
• Review and support firmware, and work on sensor fusion, SLAM and inspection technologies
• Handle mechanical, electrical and software integration end to end

Required profile

• Proven experience leading engineering teams and projects
• Strong stakeholder and client-facing communication skills
• Ability to move between strategic leadership and hands-on technical work

Required skills

• Strong hands-on ROS2 experience
• Familiarity with Unity and/or modern web UI frameworks
• Solid Linux and Docker/container experience
• Comfort reviewing and supporting firmware-level work