Robotics Engineer
Sydney | Full time | $120k-$150k + super
The Mission
A robotics startup is building manipulation systems that operate where humans can’t. Harsh environments, real operators, zero tolerance for failure.
This role exists to bridge what’s already in production with what comes next.
You’ll step into a knowledge gap, stabilise core systems, and help shape the move toward more autonomous robotics. You'll lead from the front very quickly.
This is not research. This is deployed robotics that has to work. This is your chance to change the trajectory.
What You’ll Work On
• Owning and improving control and software systems for subsea manipulators
• Building and refining real-time interfaces for operator control and system monitoring
• Deploying robotics software onto embedded Linux environments
• Working closely with hardware teams across mechanical, electrical and systems integration
• Extending and maintaining production code, not starting from scratch
• Contributing to validation, robustness and system reliability in the field
• Supporting the longer-term shift toward operator-assisted and autonomous systems
What Matters Here
• Proven robotics experience, not just embedded or generalist software
• Track record of shipping real systems into production environments
• Strong C++ and embedded Linux fundamentals
• Understanding of how robotic systems actually behave in the real world
• Ability to work across the stack, from control logic through to system-level behaviour
• Pragmatic decision making over over-engineering
The Type of Engineer Who Thrives
An engineer who has moved past prototypes and enjoys making systems actually work in the field. Someone who can build their own understanding of a system quickly and start making sensible decisions without heavy guidance.
Comfortable operating with autonomy, working across disciplines, and improving things incrementally rather than chasing perfect solutions. Low ego, clear communicator, strong ownership mindset.
Why This Role Matters
There is a genuine gap to step into. This hire becomes a key technical anchor in a small team, helping stabilise current systems while influencing what gets built next.
The work feeds directly into a broader push toward more integrated and autonomous subsea systems across a wider robotics and sensor ecosystem.
The Opportunity
• High ownership role with real influence over technical direction
• Work on deployed robotics systems, not lab or simulation work
• Exposure to full-stack robotics across hardware, software and control
• Path toward technical leadership and autonomy-focused work
• Small, experienced team with strong cross-functional collaboration
Too good not to hear more? Apply direct or reach out at toby@theonset.com.au