Flexible Work Model
Work from home, from the office, or in a hybrid format that supports focus and collaboration.
ABOUT THE ROLE
In this role, you will design and lead the development of advanced robotics and software systems for space and terrestrial applications. Working within SoftServe’s Robotics Group, you will contribute to the architecture, development, and validation of flight and ground systems, combining robotics, embedded software, and high-fidelity simulation. You will play a key role in shaping next-generation space robotics solutions through research, prototyping, and production-ready implementations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and develop software and system architectures for space robotics and autonomous platforms
- Build both rapid prototypes and production-ready solutions for space, industrial, and robotics systems
- Develop and validate flight and ground software, ensuring readiness for deployment and launch
- Test robotics systems in simulation environments and real-world setups, including HIL/HITL scenarios
- Work with simulation tools such as NVIDIA Isaac Sim, Omniverse, ANSYS, and MATLAB
- Integrate robotics systems across hardware and software layers, including embedded and real-time systems
- Contribute to automation systems for precision-driven manufacturing (e.g., rocket components, engines)
- Lead or support verification, validation, and integration of flight software
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across robotics, embedded, cloud, and research domains
- Participate in technical pre-sales, including workshops, architecture sessions, and client presentations
- Conduct research on robotics technologies in navigation, perception, decision-making, and system performance
REQUIREMENTS
- MSc or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Strong experience in architecture and development of software for flight and ground systems
- Proficiency in C/C++ and Python for embedded Linux environments
- Direct experience with satellite or spacecraft software development
- Experience in verification, validation, and integration of flight systems
- End-to-end experience: from requirements definition to space-qualified, launch-ready solutions
- Understanding of space environment constraints on hardware and software design
- Familiarity with spacecraft communication protocols (CCSDS, CAN, SpaceWire)
- Experience building real-time and autonomous systems (spacecraft, UAVs, autonomous vehicles, etc.)
- Experience with simulation tools (Isaac Sim, Omniverse, ANSYS, MATLAB, or similar)
- Hands-on experience with HITL testing or low-level hardware interfacing
- Familiarity with FPGA development (VHDL/Verilog, Vivado, ModelSim)
- Strong analytical skills with solid mathematical foundations and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills, including client-facing and C-level interactions
- Collaborative mindset with a hands-on approach and knowledge-sharing attitude
SoftServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, and other protected characteristics under applicable law. Let’s put your talents and experience in motion with SoftServe.
Role Summary
Location
Poland, Ukraine
Work type
Remote/Office
Direction
Engineering & Technology
Tech level
Lead
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