Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, Mobile Robotics

About the Role

Requirements

• Location: Brussels, BelgiumReports to:Director of Engineering • Be part of a high-performing team that designs and develops game-changing Robotics products to Protect Life • Design and develop high-performing Embedded Software for Robotics products (UAVs, UGVs, etc.), primarily on Embedded Linux systems • Develop in C/C++, Rust and Python on resource-constrained Embedded Systems • Integrate Sensors and Actuators with complex logic and autonomous behavior • Design and develop new use-cases on Robots, translating requirements into features and tests • Implement Robotics use-cases in ROS2 and custom Robotics Frameworks • Ensure High Quality during the entire product lifecycle, designing and implement Unit Tests, Integration Tests and CI infrastructures • Be involved hands-on with development, prototyping and debugging activities • Troubleshooting and debugging bugs, performance problems and ensuring that new problems are triaged and addressed in a timely manner • Collaborate with distributed teams such as Hardware, Firmware, Control Systems, Manufacturing and Compliance • Be a Team Player, Mentor, Strong Communicator and be ready and willing to support the Team when needed • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Robotics or equivalent • Minimum 8+ years of industry experience building Embedded Systems, preferably in the Robotics field • Minimum 8+ years of industry experience with C/C++, Python and/or other systems programming languages such as Rust • Strong experience with Userspace Linux Kernel development and performance optimization • Strong understanding of Systems Architecture, with the ability to design and implement complex, interrelated systems • Experience with ROS2 and common Robotics visualization/simulation environments (Gazebo, RViz, Foxglove) • Strong understanding of Operating Systems, Concurrency and Networking concepts • Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and QA processes • Experience with Sensors (accelerometer, time-of-flight, magnetometer, etc.) and Cameras integration • Familiarity with cryptographic primitives and mechanisms (AES, Root of Trust, Secure Boot) • Experience with Rust and at least one scripting language such as Bash • Experience with the PX4 Flight Controller and MAVLink or other Flight Control systems • Experience with UAVs, UGVs or other Robotics products • Experience with the Yocto build system • Experience with Bare-Metal or RTOS Firmware Development on MCUs • Experience with Linux Kernel and Driver development • Backend communication and synchronization
• Experience with one or more of the following: Computer Vision, Control Systems, VIO/SLAM, Path Planning and Optimization Problems • Competitive Base Salary • 30 Vacation Days per Year • Annual Bonus Eligibility • Restricted Stock Unit Eligibility • Private Health Insurance • Emotional & Mental Wellness support • Learning & Development programs • Of course, we have free snacks and drinks in our offices Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Important Notes The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment. Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes. Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Important Notes The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment. Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.