Embedded Software Engineer II, Robotic Controls

ICON is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our Software Products team in Austin, TX. In this hands-on role you will develop and maintain control software for our production fleet and our space-based robotic systems. You will contribute in all aspects of the software development lifecycle as part of a growing, fast-paced team. This role will be based at our Austin, TX headquarters and will report to ICON's Manager of Embedded Software Engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop controls architecture with a combination of hard and soft real-time requirements
• Develop robust communication protocols between supervisory and real-time systems
• Program and debug control logic in a variety of languages (e.g. C/C++, Matlab, TwinCAT)
• Create modular, object-oriented code that adheres to established coding standards, design patterns, and documentation practices
• Lead system integration and validation efforts across hardware and software
• Develop and maintain simulated environments and automated test frameworks to support continuous integration and system verification
• Support electromechanical hardware systems both remotely and on-site, ensuring safe, reliable operation
• Participate in architecture decisions for controls and electrical systems, including component selection and standardization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to ensure alignment across system interfaces
• Participate in design & code reviews to maintain consistency and high-quality output

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus
• A minimum of 2 years of professional experience working with C++ 17 or newer in a professional software development role
• Hands-on experience with robotic platforms, sensors, actuators, localization, perception, and control systems
• Proficiency in programming languages & frameworks commonly used in robotics & automation, such as C/C++, Python, ROS, and TwinCAT
• Familiarity with hardware design, prototyping, and manufacturing processes is beneficial
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset to identify issues, propose innovative solutions, and make data-driven decisions
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of performance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of IP-based computer networking, especially EtherCAT
• Proven track record of delivering products to end users and production environments
• Understanding of motion or process control in real-time industrial systems
• Experience with Bash and/or Python scripting
• Experience using Git version control and participating in a peer-review process
• Experience programming industrial robots in high-level languages
• Experience in formal control theory
• A general understanding of inverse kinematics, motion planning, and/or simulation