Latest robot software engineer Jobs

Robotics Engineer

This role involves developing and optimizing robust, production-grade software for online calibration and state estimation in autonomous vehicles. The engineer will work on sensor data handling, algorithm integration, and system performance under constrained hardware conditions, contributing to a core component of Wayve’s embodied AI platform. Emphasis is placed on reliability, observability, and cross-team collaboration across calibration, robotics, and vehicle systems.

Wayve United Kingdom

Platform Engineer - Build & CI

This role involves owning and optimizing the build system and CI infrastructure critical to Humanoid’s engineering workflow. The engineer will design scalable, hermetic build pipelines across a complex monorepo spanning robotics software, firmware, simulation, and cloud services. Responsibilities include maintaining GitHub Actions CI pipelines, implementing incremental builds and caching, ensuring main branch stability, and improving developer experience through robust tooling and dependency management.

Humanoid London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Software Serviceability Engineer

This role involves ensuring the software and AI components of humanoid robots are designed for easy diagnosis, repair, and maintenance in the field. The engineer will develop diagnostic tooling, validate service procedures, and define remote-diagnostics content using platforms like Digital Shadow. It's a hands-on position bridging R&D and field services, with a focus on firmware, bootloader resilience, and over-the-air update recovery.

Humanoid London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Graduate Control Systems Engineer

This role involves supporting the design, development, and commissioning of custom control systems for advanced automated machinery. The graduate will work across the full project lifecycle, contributing to PLC, CNC, and robot control software, electrical schematics, and HMI development, while gaining hands-on experience with industrial automation technologies. Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams and on-site testing provide practical learning in a real-world manufacturing context.

ReeVR Talent Colchester, Essex, CO3 3UJ, United Kingdom £28,000 – £32,000 pa

Engineering Manager, Runtime Platform, Robot Software

Lead the Runtime Platform team at Wayve, responsible for building and maintaining the real-time application frameworks, middleware, and observability systems that power AI-driven vehicles. You'll guide technical direction in embedded systems and IPC, while growing and coaching a high-performing engineering team. The role involves close collaboration with vehicle software, hardware, and OEM teams to enable scalable, low-latency performance across new vehicle platforms.

Wayve London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Robotics Software Engineer

Develop and integrate software for autonomous robotic platforms, working across embedded systems, central compute, and operator interfaces. Implement C++ and Python-based solutions, create ROS 2 nodes, and integrate sensors and actuators while diagnosing faults and validating on physical robots. Work in a collaborative engineering environment with a focus on testing, code quality, and real-world deployment.

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom £30,000 – £45,000 pa

Embedded Software Engineer

This role involves developing low-level embedded software, integrating secure IoT communication protocols, and building automated test frameworks. You will collaborate with hardware teams, maintain technical documentation, and participate in CI/CD pipelines.

Zenovo Le11Aa, United Kingdom £65,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

System Test Engineer

This role involves unifying and standardising internal CLI and web tooling used for robot and fleet operations in a hardware-software environment. The engineer will improve toolchain reliability, maintainability, and distribution using Python, Go, and Linux-based systems, working closely with cross-functional teams. The position focuses on enhancing testing, CI/CD, and operational workflows within a robotics and logistics tech setting.

Dexory South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Robotics Research Engineer

Develop and optimize sensor-guided robotic manipulation systems within the Ocado Smart Platform, focusing on real-time control, grasping, and integration of pre-production robotics solutions. Work across the full development lifecycle in collaboration with research partners and production teams to advance automated grocery fulfillment technology.

Ocado Welwyn Hatfield, AL8 6TP, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Electrical/Electronics Engineer (Robotics/Motion Control)

Design and develop high-performance electronics for robotics and motion control systems, including schematic capture, multi-layer PCB layout, and prototype testing. Work across the full hardware development lifecycle, collaborating with software and mechanical teams to deliver integrated solutions for automation and servo drive applications. Operate in a hands-on engineering environment with autonomy to innovate and contribute to both standard and custom product development.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Bristol, United Kingdom £50,000 pa

Electrical/Electronics Engineer (PCB Design)

Design and develop high-performance electronic systems for robotics, automation, and motion control applications, including schematic capture and multi-layer PCB layout. Build, test, and troubleshoot prototypes while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams. Work across the full hardware development lifecycle from concept to production, supporting design for manufacture and delivering both standard and custom solutions.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Bristol, United Kingdom £50,000 pa

Controls Engineer

This role involves developing and commissioning custom automation systems, with a focus on PLC programming, control system design, and on-site integration across diverse industries. The engineer will work through the full project lifecycle, from software development and testing to commissioning and customer training, often involving UK and international travel. Key technologies include Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs, industrial networks, and drive systems.

Meritus Telford, Shropshire, SY2 5TN, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Controls Engineer

The role involves developing and commissioning bespoke automation systems using PLC programming for industrial applications across sectors like Aerospace and Defence. The engineer will work on control software, configure industrial communications, and commission systems on-site both in the UK and overseas. Responsibilities include testing, fault-finding, customer support, and integrating robot and PLC solutions.

Meritus Talent Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Robotic Service Engineer

This role involves providing field-based technical support for industrial robotic systems, including preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, repairs, and commissioning across customer sites. The engineer will work with ABB, FANUC, and KUKA robots, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, and ensure safe, efficient operation in manufacturing environments. The position requires extensive UK travel and offers on-call responsibilities and opportunities for system optimisation.

Rise 10 Talent Ltd Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

Service Engineer

This role involves providing field-based technical support for industrial robotic systems, including preventative maintenance, fault finding, repairs, and commissioning across customer sites in the UK. You'll work hands-on with ABB, FANUC, and KUKA robots, diagnosing and resolving electrical, mechanical, and software issues while ensuring safety and system optimisation. The role requires strong customer communication, extensive travel, and on-call availability, with opportunities for career growth and technical development.

Rise10 Recruitment Bedford, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa