Robotics Software Engineer

Work experience: 0 - 2 Years

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana (Balanagar area)

Job Type: Onsite, Full-time, Permanent

Domain: Defence Robotics (UGV, RCWS, Autonomous Systems)

Important Note

This role is focused on robotics systems and C++ software engineering .

Not suitable for:

• Web developers (React, Angular, Node.js, etc.)
• Pure AI/ML notebook-based profiles
• Developers without strong C++ and systems fundamentals

👉 Assignment submission is mandatory for consideration.

Role Overview

We are building next-generation defense robotics platforms , including:

• Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs)
• Remote Controlled Weapon Systems (RCWS)
• Future systems: drones and quadrupeds

You will work on real-world robotics software systems involving autonomy, perception, simulation, networking, and operator interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-performance robotics software in C++ / Python
• Implement navigation and autonomy systems (path planning, obstacle avoidance)
• Build computer vision pipelines for detection and tracking
• Design robot ↔ ground control communication systems (TCP/UDP)
• Develop GUI-based operator interfaces (Qt/QML or similar)
• Work with simulation environments like PyBullet or MuJoCo

Ensure real-time performance, reliability, and modular architecture

Mandatory Requirements

• Strong proficiency in C++ (must-have)
• Solid understanding of:
• Data structures & algorithms
• Multithreading / concurrency
• Memory management
• Comfortable with Linux environment
• Experience with non-trivial systems programming projects

Preferred Skills

• Robotics fundamentals (kinematics, control systems)
• Path planning (A*, DWA, RRT, etc.)
• Computer vision (OpenCV)
• Networking (TCP/UDP)
• GUI development (Qt / QML / PyQt)
• Simulation experience

Disqualifiers

• Pure web development background
• Notebook-only AI/ML experience
• Lack of C++ or systems-level experience

What We Look For

• Engineers who enjoy building real systems, not just applications
• Strong fundamentals over buzzwords

Interest in robotics, autonomy, and defense technology

Hiring Process

Stage 1 - Mandatory Assignment

• Focus: architecture, scalability, robotics systems design
• May include multi-module system design or integration challenge

Stage 2 - Technical Interview

• C++ fundamentals
• Robotics systems understanding
• Discussion on assignment design choices

Stage 3 - Systems/Frontend/ UI Assignment

• Frontend/UI: GUI design, operator interface, usability
• Systems: Hands-on robotics assignment (PyBullet-based navigation system)
• Qt/QML or equivalent implementation
• Submission required via GitHub

Stage 4 - HR Round

• Culture fit, expectations, communication

Net Pay Offered: Up to INR 5.0 LPA, depending on skills and experience.

Note

• If you are passionate about software engineering, AI, and hardware integration and want to kickstart your career as a Software Engineering Intern, we encourage you to apply by submitting your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications to [email protected] with email subject “Application for Robotics Software Engineering role”
• Vir Innovations is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
• Join us in shaping the future of technology and making a positive impact on the world through innovation and creativity!