Senior Software Engineer - Robotic Arm Systems

Rapyuta Robotics, an ETH Zurich spin-off, operates with the goal of making robots more accessible to anyone in the logistics industry. Rapyuta Robotics seeks individuals who involve others because they know the limits of their own view, and who are fearless in challenging limits to create real impact.

As the Senior Software Engineer for Robotic Case Handling at Rapyuta Robotics, you will take on technical ownership of our heavy-payload manipulation capability: depalletizing, mixed-SKU palletizing, roll-cage loading and ASRS replenishment. You will work closely with the piece-picking engineering, the ASRS software and hardware squads, and our integration partners to take case handling from demonstration to production at customer sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own architecture, implementation priorities, and delivery within the scope.

• Lead hands-on software development and robot-cell integration.

• Drive system safety, reliability, performance, and deployment readiness.

• Mentor engineers and maintain quality through design and code reviews.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience developing and deploying robotic systems.

• Strong C++ and Python skills, with practical experience in ROS 2 and Linux.

• Solid knowledge of kinematics, motion planning, control, and manipulation.

• Experience with perception, calibration, and hardware-software integration.

• Knowledge of the development lifecycle for robotics, CI/CD, simulation and hardware testing, and deployment to physical systems.

• Experience in industrial automation, including PLCs, industrial communication protocols, safety systems, and commissioning.

• Experience leading technical projects, making system-level trade-offs, and coordinating delivery across engineering disciplines.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Globally diverse workplace
• Exposure to cutting-edge robotics technology
• Visa sponsorship
• Relocation support
• Commuting allowance
• Flexible working hours and dress code policy
• Japanese Social Security (Health Insurance, Pension, Employment Insurance)