Software Engineer

Software Engineer

At Andromeda Robotics, we're not just imagining the future of human-robot relationships, we're building it. As a pioneering social robotics startup, our mission is to revolutionize how humans connect with technology by introducing Abi, the world's first empathetic companion robot. With a heart full of compassion and a spirit of kindness, Abi creates deep, meaningful connections with people, making the world a little warmer, a little brighter, and a lot more connected. Just like the beloved characters in your favourite stories, Abi is here to listen, understand, and share joyful moments.

As a Software Engineer at Andromeda Robotics, you'll help take Abi from prototype to production-ready deployment. You will build the core software that makes Abi think, move, and connect. You'll work across real-time control, high-level decision-making, perception, and communication systems, ensuring Abi's software is as robust in the lab as it is in the real world.

You will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and UX teams to integrate your code into fully functional robots, deploying to hardware and iterating in the field. You will tackle challenges in sensor fusion, motion planning, computer vision, and robotic middleware, while ensuring the entire stack remains clean, maintainable, and high-performing. Your work will not just make Abi operational, it will make Abi feel alive.

Design, implement, and optimize core robotic software for real-time control and high-level autonomy.

Develop systems for perception, sensor fusion, motion planning, and inter-robot communication.

Integrate software seamlessly with hardware, working hand-in-hand with mechanical, electrical, and design teams.

Write production-quality code in C++, Python, or Rust, following best practices for performance and maintainability.

Leverage robotic middleware (ROS2, Zenoh, or custom solutions) to power communication and modularity.

Apply test-driven development, writing unit and integration tests to ensure robustness in deployment.

Deploy and validate software on hardware prototypes and production robots, iterating quickly based on real-world feedback.

Debug and optimize for performance, reliability, and fault tolerance.

Maintain clear documentation and follow disciplined version control practices (Git, CI/CD).

Stay ahead of the curve with emerging robotics and AI developments, applying innovations where they add value.