CompanyQualcomm Europe, Inc. Italy Branch OfficeJob AreaEngineering Group > Software EngineeringGeneral SummaryArduino is now part of the Qualcomm organisation! Arduino's mission is to help people enhance their lives through accessible open‐source electronics and digital technologies. Since 2005, millions of people, from kids and students to engineers and professionals around the world have been using Arduino to innovate in the fields of music, games and toys, smart homes, farming, autonomous vehicles and many more. We are looking for a talented Robotics Software Platform Engineer to design and evolve the software stack, system utilities, and developer frameworks that power Arduino's high‐performance Linux platforms. We believe in hiring collaborative smart people who are excited to push boundaries. You will join an inclusive team of technology specialists passionate about robotics middleware and distributed systems. Your goal is to design the software "nervous system" of our platforms, creating the Python frameworks, libraries, and containerized integrations that allow users to build sophisticated robotics applications with ease.What We Offer
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A challenging career path in a rapidly growing company with modern vision and talented teams.A competitive salary that values people skills and experience.A young and inspiring work environment that encourages diversity and cultural exchange.Individual growth objectives with a dedicated budget for learning/training.Flexible working hours and working locations; we value work‐life balance!A meaningful work opportunity in a mission‐driven company committed to empower people around the world.
Office Perks
Ping pong and foosball tournaments (sport or gym benefit is also included for everyone!).Seasonal celebrations, happy hours and everyday drinks and snacks at the office.Sunny rooftop lunch breaks and hammocks for relaxation and concentration.
What You'll Work On
Develop and maintain Python‐based frameworks and libraries that abstract complex robotics standards into user‐friendly APIs.Architect containerized environments and runners optimized for robotics middleware on Linux embedded platforms.Integrate industry‐standard robotics patterns (such as ROS/ROS2) into the Arduino ecosystem, ensuring seamless interoperability.Create high‐quality example applications and documentation to define the "Golden Path" for developers building on our platform.Collaborate with Software Architects to define technical solutions using the latest software development technologies and infrastructure.Guarantee consistency, efficiency and high quality to the Arduino codebase, ensuring automated testing coverage and performing code reviews.Deliver value through a strong collaborative approach working in a cross‐functional team, contributing creative solutions to enhance Arduino applications and tools.
What You'll Bring
BS/MS in Computer Science, Robotics, or other technical related fields.5+ years of software development work experience.Proficiency in Python, with a track record of building libraries, SDKs, or software frameworks.Strong understanding of Robotics middleware, specifically experience with ROS or ROS2 architectures.Experience with Containerization (Docker) and orchestration within Linux‐based systems.High motivation and interest in pushing the boundaries of current technologies.A "Developer Experience" mindset—you enjoy making complex systems easy for others to use.
Bonus Points
Experience with C++ for performance‐critical middleware components.Experience with distributed messaging protocols and distributed systems.Knowledge of MPU/MCU communication patterns, understanding how to architect software that interacts with real‐time firmware subsystems.Knowledge of Arduino or similar electronics.Experience in CI/CD pipelines for embedded software and automated hardware testing.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.Where a degree is not held, 2+ years of work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.Years of experience are indicative; we consider applicants with equivalent experience who can demonstrate the required competencies.
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