Senior Software Engineer Universal Robots Bangalore - India

At Universal Robots, part of Teradyne Inc., Our vision is to create a world where people work with robots, not like robots. And as the market leader with 75,000+ collaborative robots (cobots) already installed worldwide, we’re well on the way to achieving it. We employ 1000+ people in offices across North America, South America, Europe and Asia and we’re growing all the time. Our team is made up smart, creative people working at the forefront of automation. Together we find innovative solutions to some of the most important manufacturing issues facing businesses today. We dare to do what others find impossible- working with advanced technologies to change in the way businesses operate, so if you’re looking to build your career with a ground-breaking technology company in dynamic environment with career advancement UR is the place for you.

Our Purpose

At Teradyne Robotics, including Universal Robots (UR) and Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), our mission is simple:Automation for Anyone. Anywhere.

Our vision is to create a world where people work with robots, not like robots. With more than 100,000 collaborative robots deployed worldwide, Universal Robots leads the global market in collaborative automation while MiR provides cutting-edge autonomous mobile robots that transform internal logistics.

Together we enable manufacturers of all sizes to automate, improve productivity, and empower people through robotics.

Opportunity Overview

SENIOR C++ developer for robot motion – INDIA

Do you want to create software that controls the motions of the world's leading cobots? Are you driven by improvements in software quality? Does it motivate you to future proof mature software by implementing the latest C++ standards and best practices? Is it a bonus, that you also get to work with robots? Then you might be our future Senior Robot Motion Software Engineer.

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced developer to join our growing global R&D organization. In this role, you will be based in India and work closely with your local teammates as well as teammates in Denmark.

Designing the future

Universal Robots is the world’s market leader in cobots, making products that empower our customers and truly impact their work life positively.

You will join our team that is improving and inventing the software that controls the most widely used cobot in the world. You will collaborate with a highly experienced team where, no matter your background, you will meet new opportunities for learning and be able to leave your footprint on the setup and software.

Senior C++ developer with strong engineering discipline and problem-solving skills

As our ideal candidate, you are a highly skilled C++ software engineer who takes pride in writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code. You are comfortable working in complex codebases, including legacy systems, and know how to improve them safely through unit testing, refactoring, and strong coding practices. You thrive in an empowered team setup where developers take ownership of identifying problems, shaping solutions, and collaborating closely across teams. You appreciate to be one of the main drivers for best practices in C++ in a team where most colleagues have other backgrounds than computer science.

The Primary Responsibilities In The Role Will Be To

• Design, develop, and continuously improve robust C++ software for robot motion and control
• Work effectively in both new and legacy codebases by adding unit test coverage, refactoring safely, and improving maintainability without breaking existing behavior
• Apply strong coding practices, clean code principles, and sound software design to deliver reliable, readable, and scalable solutions
• Contribute to build, integration, and delivery workflows for CI/CD and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
• Collaborate closely with teammates in India and Denmark on a daily basis
• Communicate complex technical problems and solutions clearly, while also listening carefully and asking clarifying questions to fully understand concerns raised by others
  
  

Qualification, Experience, Skills, And Educational Background

We are looking for a strong software engineer with deep C++ expertise, solid engineering judgement, and a collaborative mindset. To succeed in this role, we imagine you have proven experience with the following:

• 5+ years of software development experience, including substantial hands-on experience with C++
• Strong proficiency in modern C++ development and solid understanding of software design, code structure, and maintainability
• Proven ability to work with legacy code, introduce unit tests, and refactor safely while preserving behavior
• A strong foundation in coding practices, including clean code, code reviews, and writing reliable, testable software
• Experience working in agile development teams
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English, including the ability to explain complex topics clearly and collaborate effectively across teams
  
  

Python proficiency for pipelines, test frameworks, and tools

Bonus Points For

While You Absolutely Do Not Need To Know All Of These Topics, We Highly Value Experience With Any Of The Following

• DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and build server maintenance
• Experience working with robotics, motion, mathematics, physics, or kinematics
• 3D transformations, quaternions, path planning, or trajectory planning
• Multibody dynamics, non-linear dynamics, or friction modelling
• Control theory, vibration theory, experimental data analysis, or systems identification
• Embedded and real time systems
• Additional programming experience in Matlab.
  
  

We offer

At Universal Robots, we ask a lot from our employees and in exchange, we offer an exciting job in a dynamic and fast-growing company with the opportunity of working alongside skilled and talented colleagues from many different cultures-

You will be empowered to help yourself and your team become a success by taking responsibility for your own work and the products you help create.

At Universal Robots, we trust our employees to make educated choices that benefit the organization.

In Addition, We Offer

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• Exposure to cutting-edge robotics technology
• Flexible working conditions
• Health insurance
• And much more
  
  

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Universal Robots is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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