Software Engineer for Loco-Manipulation on Quadruped RobotsSoftware Engineer for Loco-Manipulation on Quadruped RobotsItalyThis open position is financed by INAIL within the Project: “Sistemi Cibernetici Collaborativi – Robot Teleoperativo 3” (Collaborative Cybernetic Systems – Robotic Teleoperation 3) in partnership with INAILCUP: J53C24000520005Commitment & contract: full-time, fixed-term contractLocation: Genoa, ItalyStep into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential.THE ROLEYou will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where junior and senior scientists collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal.The Dynamic Legged Systems Research line (web: http://dls.iit.it ) is coordinated by Claudio Semini, who has extensive experience in the design and control of robots applied to Disaster Response, Agriculture and Space Exploration.The team’s research focuses on locomotion over rough terrain, foothold planning, whole-body control, perception, loco-manipulation, machine learning, as well as the development of the next generation quadruped robots.For this position, we are looking for a highly motivated and proactive Software Engineer for Loco-Manipulation on Quadruped Robots centered around the INAIL Robot Teleoperativo project.Within the research team, your main responsibilities will be:Integrate new quadruped robots and manipulator arms into our software frameworkEvolve our existing Loco-manipulation control frameworkIntegrate VR, teleoperation devices and software of other IIT teams into a single frameworkExecute and support experiments in the lab at IIT and during outdoor field testsIntegrate with the team of researchers and technicians supporting day to day R&D.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTSAn excellent Master degree in Computer Science or engineering/related areas. Interested PhD holders are also encouraged to submit their applicationDevelopment experience using C++, Python, the OO paradigm (under Linux) and the DDS middleware protocol (e.g. eProsima Fast DDS)Proven experience with ROS and GazeboConfidence with version control tools (specifically git), CI/CD and DockerExperience in multi-thread programming, inter-process communication and related issuesKnowledge about robot kinematics and dynamicsSkilled in problem analysis, solution design, implementation and testing of software for robotics platformsGood communication skills and ability/willingness to integrate within a multidisciplinary international research groupGood command in spoken and written EnglishADDITIONAL SKILLSFurther desirable but not necessary skills include: experience in soft and hard real-time software systems; experience with haptic interface and virtual reality; knowledge about control theory; Strong team player; hands-on experience in robotic systems is a big plus.COMPENSATION PACKAGECompetitive salary package that includes a performance-based bonusPrivate health care coverage depending on your role and contractCandidates from abroad or Italian citizens who have carried scientific research activity permanently abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years.This open position is financed by INAIL within the Project: “Sistemi Cibernetici Collaborativi – Robot Teleoperativo 3” (Collaborative Cybernetic Systems – Robotic Teleoperation 3) in partnership with INAILCUP: J53C24000520005Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, university transcripts, cover letter, and contact details of 2 references.Application’s deadline: 4/July/2025To discover more about life at IIT, visit the dedicated section here:https://www.iit.it/en/work-at-iitFill in the form below and send your application.I have read and accept the privacy policyI have read and I accept the terms and conditions
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