Lead ROS Engineer

Spyrosoft is seeking a Lead ROS Engineer to spearhead the migration of an autonomous vehicle platform from ROS 1 to ROS 2. You will work on an existing production robotics system, analyzing complex architectures and guiding the transition to a maintainable, production-ready ROS 2 environment while ensuring system integrity.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the migration of autonomous vehicle software from ROS 1 to ROS 2.
• Refactor and migrate existing C++ and Python components, including navigation, localization, and vehicle control systems.
• Configure DDS/QoS communication to optimize performance, synchronization, and reliability.
• Integrate and validate vehicle sensors, hardware interfaces, and CAN-based systems.
• Collaborate with customer engineering teams to provide technical guidance and document migration strategies.

Requirements

• Strong commercial experience with both ROS 1 and ROS 2, including migration projects.
• Advanced C++ development skills and proficiency in Python.
• Solid experience with Linux development environments.
• Proven background in autonomous vehicles, robotics platforms, or UGV systems.
• Expertise in navigation, localization, and system integration.
• Deep understanding of DDS/QoS configuration and optimization.

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact migration project for an autonomous UGV platform.
• Collaboration with experienced engineering teams on complex robotics challenges.
• Exposure to advanced hardware integration, including GNSS and steering/braking systems.
• A fully remote work environment focused on technical excellence and innovation.