KION Group is seeking to define the next era of robotics by developing advanced mobile robotic systems for supply chain optimization in the Americas region. The company aims to innovate and deliver cutting-edge robotic solutions through its Robotic Systems Development (RSD) team.
Requirements
- 8+ years of professional experience in C++ software engineering and robotics.
- Deep expertise in modern C++ (C++17/20), STL, memory management, and performance tuning
- Strong background in software architecture and large codebases
- Experience with multi-threaded, distributed, or real-time systems
- Proven track record in mentoring, team leadership, or technical ownership
- Excellent understanding of Linux, debugging, and profiling tools
- Ability to switch between C++, scripting (Python/Bash), and integration tasks.
- Hands-on experience with ROS/ROS2 or other robotics frameworks
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of foundational software for mobile robotic systems within a globally distributed team, dedicated to the Americas region.
- Demonstrate your skills in simulation, tooling, and platform management to ensure software scalability and use case handling through perception and configuration.
- Mentor and guide fellow engineers, encouraging a culture of technical innovation.
- Architect and develop core C++ software systems for embedded onboard software, simulation, and deployment.
- Drive development of robust tools and frameworks for internal teams and robotic platforms.
- Drive technical direction in code structure, system design, and performance optimization.
- Collaborate with robotics, cloud, and systems teams on multi-functional efforts.
Other
- Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field (required)
- A Ph.D. or equivalent experience in research or innovation is a plus.
- Up to 30% travel (inclusive of domestic as well as international trips to Americas, EMEA, and APAC).
