Junior Robotics Software Engineer
ALTO Robotics – Genoa, Italy (Hybrid)
🚀 Join ALTO Robotics
At ALTO Robotics, we develop autonomous mobile robots designed for real industrial environments.
We're looking for a Junior Robotics Software Engineer who is eager to start their career working on cutting-edge robotics products. You'll become part of a small engineering team where you'll have the opportunity to learn, contribute and grow by working directly on real robotic systems.
This opportunity is particularly suited to recent graduates or candidates with up to 1–2 years of experience who are ready to join us immediately.
đź”§ What you will do
- Develop software for autonomous mobile robots
- Support the integration of navigation, localization and robot control modules
- Test and debug software on real robotic platforms
- Collaborate on the integration of software with electronic and mechanical systems
- Work closely with external robotics consultants and experienced engineers, contributing to software development and learning from their expertise
- Participate in system validation and field deployment
- Work closely with our robotics engineering team on product development
đź§© What we're looking for
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering or similar
- Good knowledge of C++ and/or Python
- Basic knowledge of Linux
- Familiarity with ROS2 or willingness to learn it quickly
- Strong motivation to work on real robotic products
- Practical, hands-on attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
Professional experience is not required. Relevant university projects, internships or personal robotics projects will be positively considered.
âž• Nice to have
- Academic projects involving mobile robots
- Knowledge of SLAM, navigation or motion planning
- Experience with Gazebo, RViz or other simulation tools
- Basic understanding of embedded systems or industrial communication protocols
- Experience with Git
đź’ˇ Why join ALTO Robotics
- Work on robots that operate in real industrial environments
- Learn directly from experienced robotics engineers
- Gain hands-on experience across the full robotics development lifecycle
- Join a fast-growing company where your contribution has a real impact
- Opportunity for professional growth as the company expands
📍 Workplace
- Location: Genoa, Italy
- Working model: Hybrid (regular on-site presence required)
đź“„ Employment details
- Contract: Full-time, permanent employment (subject to successful probation period)
- Expected start date: As soon as possible
- Availability required: Immediate or within a short notice period
đź’° Compensation
- Annual Gross Salary (RAL): €28,000–€30,000, depending on education, skills and any relevant internship or project experience.
We encourage applications from candidates who are passionate about robotics, eager to learn and excited to build products that move from prototype to real-world deployment.
ALTO Robotics is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are evaluated regardless of gender, age, nationality, disability, religion or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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