Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer | Robotics | Hybrid | Athens

Description

Ocado Technology is changing the way the world shops using advanced Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, Big Data, Cloud and IoT. We develop the innovative software and hardware systems that power Ocado.com, as well as the unique ‘Ocado Smart Platform’ which is being implemented by ambitious retailers across the world from Europe to America, Asia and beyond.

Ocado Technology - Greece (acquisition)

Our R&D department is based in Athens, Greece, where a team of brilliant engineers is developing disruptive material handling systems for the online grocery industry and other retail verticals. We pioneer innovative order fulfilment solutions and last-mile delivery business models tailored for retailers and supply chain-intensive sectors. Our mission is to assist them in overcoming the challenges inherent in modernising their systems and processes to effectively address complex industry issues. Some of the most innovative retailers globally have already partnered with us, and we are delivering products and services for them.

If you are excited about the cross-section where machines meet humans, about the future of work, retail and supply chains, and want to help transform the European logistics industry via Greek technologies, we are interested in getting to know you.

How you'll spend your days...

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll participate effectively in all stages of our systems development lifecycle, collaborating closely with teams across Greece, the USA and the UK.

Responsibilities will include:

• Building advanced robotic-related applications for real-world automation systems
• Developing high quality code aligned with system design and coding standards, with minimal supervision
• Reviewing code and mentor others through constructive feedback
• Writing unit tests, integration tests 
• Maintaining, monitoring, and improving existing services
• Troubleshooting complex issues across software and hardware boundaries (sensors, networking, embedded interfaces)

Requirements

• Strong C++ skills and solid knowledge of software design
• Familiarity with Linux development tools
• Experience in the full Software Development life-cycle from design to deployment
• Experience with git
• Understanding of CI, unit testing, testing methodologies, pipelines, code-checkers and other tools to maintain high quality, reliable code
• Willingness and ability to continue learning and assimilating new technologies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills both in Greek and English

Nice to have

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar 
• Strong Python skills
• Experience with ROS (preferably ROS2) and robotic applications
• Familiarity with camera integration concepts (such as calibration, camera driver integration, streaming etc)
• Exposure to deploying ML models in real systems (e.g., using ONNX and/or OpenVINO for efficient inference) 
• Familiarity with CI pipelines
• Familiarity with serial communication (CAN, CANOpen, SPI, I2C, TCP/IP, UDP)
• Experience with game development

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong self-motivation to solve complex issues in creative, efficient, and effective ways as part of a team or independently where necessary
• Ability to share knowledge and drive projects to completion
• Desire and energy to work in an intellectually demanding, fast‐paced environment
• Flexible and able to rapidly adapt to change
• Excellent communication skills and a “team first” mentality
• Commitment and high engagement towards the company’s values and mission 
• Confidence and a strong drive to achieve excellence
• Sociable personality with good interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and ability to perform efficiently under pressure

Benefits

Our employee benefits are designed for you. We care about people and we've ensured we have a wealth of benefits that focus on your well-being. We regularly review our benefits to ensure we are supporting our employees appropriately. Currently, we offer technically stretching work, a competitive salary and:

• A hybrid working policy that sees you in the office typically 40% of your time.
• 30 days 'working from anywhere' policy
• Private Medical Insurance
• Meal tickets
• Home office equipment
• Opportunity to participate in share schemes
• Regular divisional socials, sports clubs and access to the Ocado Technology Academy for a packed schedule of courses, conferences and events.

If you think you have what it takes to make a difference, please submit your application below.

Be bold, be unique, be brilliant, be you. We are looking for individuality and we value diversity. We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and equally. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive work environment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

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