Robotics Software Engineer

The Role

Hadrian’s Robotics team builds hardware and software that powers next-generation manufacturing. We are looking for a Robotics Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of intelligent automation systems for manufacturing environments.

Our mission is to scale Hadrian’s core machining business across multiple factories in the U.S. by building robotic systems that operators, technicians, and systems depend on every day. We move quickly, ship continuously, and turn real factory needs into production-ready products.

What You’ll Do

• Lead software design and development for robotic automation systems used in manufacturing and industrial environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, electrical, and mechanical) to ensure tight integration between software and physical components.
• Integrate software with hardware systems, including PLCs, sensors, actuators, and industrial robots.
• Develop and deploy algorithms for calibration, path optimization, object detection, and collision avoidance.
• Interface with manufacturing operations to test, validate, and continuously improve deployed robotic systems.
• Participate in reviews and help shape engineering quality and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with at least 5 years of developing software for industrial or manufacturing robotics systems.
• Strong proficiency in C++ or Python.
• Experience with motion control, trajectory generation, and robot kinematics/dynamics.
• Experience leading cross-disciplinary teams and full product lifecycle ownership.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Passionate about advancing manufacturing automation through robotics innovation.

Compensation

For this role, the target salary range is $160,000 - $260,000 (actual range may vary based on experience).

BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
• 401k
• Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need.
• Flexible vacation policy
• Equity

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.