Software engineer, Robotics
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on May 10, 2024.
Join us to develop nationwide autonomous delivery robots!
Description
- Recruitment Background:
With the enforcement of the revised Road Traffic Law in April 2023, autonomous delivery robots like LOMBY can now operate on public roads, and Japan is at the forefront globally with legal provisions for robot operation. Our company develops both hardware and software domestically, leveraging the manufacturing experience and technology of Japanese companies, which is highly advantageous for robot development. However, the adoption of delivery robots in Japan is lagging compared to overseas, particularly due to a shortage of engineers skilled in autonomous control and sensor management technologies essential for safe public road operation. We invite those who are eager to challenge the social implementation and international expansion of domestic robots to apply (office tours are also available).
- Job Description:
- Autonomous control development using Autoware
- Route planning
- Creation of maps for outdoor operation
- Specific Tasks:
Currently, LOMBY is undergoing commercial delivery trials with major retail businesses using the 4th generation prototype model (the next generation is a pre-production model). The main task will be the development of autonomous control using Autoware outdoors. So, this job is hybrid, but you need to live in Tokyo and come to the office or operating site as needed. A key feature of the role is the opportunity to engage comprehensively in developing a small delivery robot as an in-house product, from ground-up development to social implementation, making it operable in urban environments.
- Company Overview
We are a startup founded in April 2022, aiming to provide affordable and stable 24-hour labor in the last-mile logistics sector through robots. We independently develop LOMBY, a self-driving robot designed to operate on public roads, covering everything from hardware to software. In October 2024, we successfully raised 270 million yen in funding, including investment from Suzuki Motor Corporation, and are progressing with development towards mass production. Our efforts towards social implementation of robots have been recognized by NEDO (New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization), with our project being selected since fiscal year 2022. Additionally, in September 2024, we were selected for NEDO's Deep Tech Startup Support Program, which includes grants exceeding 2 billion yen.
Pre-Series A Funding of 270 Million Yen (October 2024):
https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000103569.html
NEDO Deep Tech Startup Program (2024-2029):
https://www.nedo.go.jp/news/press/AA5_101775.html
NEDO Project Selection (2022-2025):
https://www.nedo.go.jp/news/press/AA5_101551.html
Requirements
- Recruitment Background:
With the enforcement of the revised Road Traffic Law in April 2023, autonomous delivery robots like LOMBY can now operate on public roads, and Japan is at the forefront globally with legal provisions for robot operation. Our company develops both hardware and software domestically, leveraging the manufacturing experience and technology of Japanese companies, which is highly advantageous for robot development. However, the adoption of delivery robots in Japan is lagging compared to overseas, particularly due to a shortage of engineers skilled in autonomous control and sensor management technologies essential for safe public road operation. We invite those who are eager to challenge the social implementation and international expansion of domestic robots to apply (office tours are also available).
- Job Description:
- Autonomous control development using Autoware
- Route planning
- Creation of maps for outdoor operation
- Specific Tasks:
Currently, LOMBY is undergoing commercial delivery trials with major retail businesses using the 4th generation prototype model (the next generation is a pre-production model). The main task will be the development of autonomous control using Autoware outdoors. So, this job is hybrid, but you need to live in Tokyo and come to the office or operating site as needed. A key feature of the role is the opportunity to engage comprehensively in developing a small delivery robot as an in-house product, from ground-up development to social implementation, making it operable in urban environments.
- Company Overview
We are a startup founded in April 2022, aiming to provide affordable and stable 24-hour labor in the last-mile logistics sector through robots. We independently develop LOMBY, a self-driving robot designed to operate on public roads, covering everything from hardware to software. In October 2024, we successfully raised 270 million yen in funding, including investment from Suzuki Motor Corporation, and are progressing with development towards mass production. Our efforts towards social implementation of robots have been recognized by NEDO (New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization), with our project being selected since fiscal year 2022. Additionally, in September 2024, we were selected for NEDO's Deep Tech Startup Support Program, which includes grants exceeding 2 billion yen.
Pre-Series A Funding of 270 Million Yen (October 2024):
https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000103569.html
NEDO Deep Tech Startup Program (2024-2029):
https://www.nedo.go.jp/news/press/AA5_101775.html
NEDO Project Selection (2022-2025):
https://www.nedo.go.jp/news/press/AA5_101551.html
Preferred Experiences
- Degree in Computer Science or Robotics.
- Contributions to open source projects.
- Experience in robotics competitions.
- Experience in production setup for mass manufacturing.
- English proficiency at a conversational level.
- Experience with autonomous control systems OSS such as Autoware, and development of autonomous control software.
We are looking for
- Individuals who can act proactively without waiting for instructions.
- Candidates who are not only interested in technological development but also passionate about the process of implementing these technologies in society (business side), aiming for societal implementation as the ultimate goal.
- Candidates with the ambition to invent world-first technologies and mechanisms.
Working Conditions
Salary
Salary will be individually adjusted based on skills and experience
Location
＜Head office＞
2-2-33 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, N5 Building, 5th Floor
＜Other Development Locations＞
Hino Office: 6-6 Asahigaoka, Hino City, Tokyo, Hino Campus Building 6, 1st Floor
Minami-Osawa Office: 1-22-2 Minami-Osawa, Hachioji City, Tokyo, Arnest III, No.5
Job Type
Full-time employee
Work hours
- Flextime system (Core hours: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
- 2 days off per week (Saturday and Sunday), including national holidays
- Summer vacation, bereavement leave
- Paid leave (granted six months after joining the company)
Probation period
Probationary period: 3 months
Benefits
Full social insurance coverage