Senior Robotics Software Engineer - Remote Position

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Robotics Software Engineer to join our innovative team at AIR Corporation. This remote position offers an exciting opportunity to work on AIR-One, a cutting-edge platform for civil infrastructure inspection. As a Senior Robotics Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing real-time 3D digital twins of infrastructure using advanced technologies such as LiDAR and camera data.

What You'll Do

• Build and maintain a desktop application using Python and PySide6 (Qt).
• Develop a 3D digital twin viewer by integrating Potree or Three.js via QWebEngineView.
• Process and visualize LiDAR point cloud data using Open3D (PCD/LAZ formats).
• Implement robot communication protocols using ZeroMQ (PUB/SUB and REQ/REP) and MessagePack serialization.
• Integrate ROS-based robot telemetry and autonomous control commands.
• Build defect detection overlays on the 3D map from camera and sensor data.
• Support the robot adapter API to generalize AIR-One across different robot platforms.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Python.
• Experience with C++ for performance-critical robotics components.
• Familiarity with ROS / ROS2.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/UDP, PUB/SUB messaging patterns).
• Experience with 3D rendering or point cloud technologies (Three.js, Open3D, Potree, or similar).
• Fluent English speaking skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with LiDAR data formats (PCD, LAZ).
• Familiarity with ZeroMQ or other messaging middleware.
• Experience in Qt / PySide6 desktop application development.
• Knowledge of computer vision or defect detection techniques.

What We Offer

• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Competitive contract rate based on experience and location.
• Weekly async stand-ups to keep the team connected.
• Opportunity to work directly with the founder and make significant technical decisions.
• Access to a dynamic and innovative work environment.