Alphadroid
Website:
alphadroid.io
Job details:
Robotics Software Lead (Principal Robotics Software Engineer)
Location: Noida, India
About Alphadroid
At Alphadroid, we are building the next generation of autonomous mobile robots designed, engineered and manufactured in India for global markets.
Our robots are already deployed across healthcare, retail, hospitality, warehouses and commercial environments. As we scale globally, our mission is to build a world-class autonomy platform that powers intelligent robots operating safely and reliably in the real world.
We're looking for a Robotics Software Lead who will help define that future.
Working directly with the technology leader, you will own the software vision, architecture and execution that powers every Alphadroid robot from perception and navigation to fleet intelligence and cloud connectivity.
This is an opportunity to build technology that will define the future of robotics from India.
Your Mission
Design and build a scalable robotics software platform that enables autonomous robots to perceive, think, navigate and operate intelligently across diverse indoor and outdoor environments.
What You'll Own
Robotics Software Strategy
- Define the long-term robotics software roadmap aligned with Alphadroid's product vision.
- Build a scalable, modular and reusable autonomy platform across all robot products.
- Drive technical architecture, engineering standards and software quality.
Autonomous Navigation
Own the complete autonomy stack including:
- Mapping & SLAM
- Localization
- Path Planning & Motion Planning
- Navigation & Controls
- Sensor Fusion
- Dynamic Obstacle Avoidance
- Mission Planning
- Multi-Robot Coordination
- Fleet Intelligence
Perception & AI
Develop intelligent perception capabilities using LiDAR, cameras and edge AI to enable:
- Human & Object Detection
- Scene Understanding
- Semantic Mapping
- Vision-based Navigation
- Intelligent Decision Making
Robotics Platform
Build a robust software foundation including:
- ROS2-based architecture
- Simulation & Digital Twin
- Cloud Robotics
- OTA Updates
- Diagnostics & Telemetry
- APIs & Developer Tools
- Cybersecurity & Functional Safety
Engineering Leadership
- Build and mentor a high-performing robotics software team.
- Lead technical reviews, architecture decisions and engineering execution.
- Work closely with Mechanical, Electronics, Embedded and AI teams to deliver production-ready robots.
What We're Looking For
Technical Expertise
- Strong experience with ROS/ROS2, C++, Python and Linux.
- Deep understanding of autonomous mobile robots and robotics software architecture.
- Hands-on experience with navigation, localization, perception, sensor fusion and motion planning.
- Experience integrating LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, GPS and other robotic sensors.
- Familiarity with simulation tools, computer vision and AI frameworks.
Experience
- 8–15 years in robotics software engineering.
- Proven experience developing commercial AMRs or autonomous robotic systems.
- Experience taking robotics products from concept to field deployment.
- Strong technical leadership with the ability to build and scale engineering teams.
Success in This Role
Within the first 12–18 months, you will:
- Build a robust autonomy platform powering every Alphadroid robot.
- Improve navigation, safety and reliability across real-world deployments.
- Enable seamless indoor and outdoor autonomous operations.
- Establish a high-performing robotics software organization.
- Accelerate product development through reusable software architecture.
- Help position Alphadroid among the world's leading autonomous robotics companies.
Why Join Alphadroid?
This role is for someone who wants to build more than software.
It's for someone who wants to build the intelligence behind autonomous robots, solve real-world challenges at scale, and shape the future of robotics from India for the world.
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