Senior Software & AI/ML Engineer
Location: On-site – Illinois, USA

Insight are partnered with an innovative robotics company developing AI-powered automation systems transforming the construction industry. They are seeking a Senior Software & AI/ML Engineer to build the intelligent software powering next-generation robotics platforms used in automated manufacturing and construction.

This role sits at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, computer vision, and real-time systems, working closely with a multidisciplinary engineering team to develop software that drives autonomous robotic systems from design through deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize robotics software using ROS/ROS2 for automated systems

• Implement motion planning, trajectory optimisation, and real-time control algorithms

• Build computer vision pipelines for robotic guidance and quality control

• Develop and train AI/ML models for decision-making, analytics, and automation

• Integrate sensors such as cameras and LIDAR into robotic platforms

• Build scalable software systems, APIs, and data pipelines for robotics operations

Requirements

• 5+ years’ software engineering experience building production systems

• Strong programming skills in Python and C++

• Experience with robotics software (ROS/ROS2), motion planning, or control systems

• Experience with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow

• Computer vision experience using OpenCV or similar libraries

• Understanding of embedded systems, real-time constraints, and hardware integration

Preferred

• Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or related field

• Experience with robotics simulation tools (Gazebo, MuJoCo, IsaacSIM, MoveIt)

• Background in robotics, industrial automation, or manufacturing systems

This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing robotics company building cutting-edge AI and automation systems, offering strong compensation, equity potential, and the chance to work on complex real-world engineering challenges.