The role focuses on motion and path planning for industrial manipulators, closed loop manipulation with on-arm cameras, and robust 3D perception pipelines for autonomous operation in complex field and factory environments. You will design and implement algorithms for 3D scanning, point cloud processing and segmentation, and high accuracy object registration and pose estimation to enable precise robotic manipulation and automated workflows. The position requires building production quality software in C++ and Python on ROS2, contributing to a shared Git codebase, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams across GEV to transition concepts from lab prototypes to deployable systems on FANUC, ABB, and UR robotic arms.
The Robotics & Computer Vision team values technical rigor, practical execution, collaboration, and innovation. We work across software, robotics, computer vision, controls, and systems engineering disciplines to create impactful solutions for GE Vernova businesses and customers.
As a GE Vernova accelerator, Advanced Research drives strategy and leads research and development efforts in partnership with GE Vernova businesses, government agencies, and external collaborators to deliver near-term impact and long-term breakthrough innovation.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities
Robotics Software Development
- Design, implement, test, and maintain production-quality software for robotic manipulation and autonomous operation.
- Develop scalable and maintainable software architecture in C++ and Python, applying strong software engineering practices including modular design, code review, testing, and version control.
- Contribute to shared Git-based repositories and support high-quality development workflows across the robotics software stack.
Software Infrastructure & Deployment (moved up)
- Build and maintain deployment pipelines that support the transition of lab-developed robotics capabilities into deployable systems.
- Utilize modern software development tools and practices, including CI/CD workflows, containerization, and build systems such as CMake.
- Support software integration across system components and contribute to reliable deployment on target robotic platforms.
Motion Planning, Control & Manipulation
- Develop and optimize motion planning, path planning, and manipulation algorithms for industrial robotic arms, including platforms such as FANUC, ABB, and UR.
- Support integration of planning and control software with robotic hardware to enable robust and precise operation in laboratory, factory, and field environments.
- Contribute to closed-loop manipulation workflows that combine perception, planning, and execution.
Perception & Vision Integration
- Implement closed-loop perception solutions using on-arm cameras and other sensing modalities, integrating 2D and 3D vision with robotic control in ROS2-based systems.
- Build 3D scanning and point cloud processing pipelines, including filtering, segmentation, registration, and pose estimation for object localization, inspection, and grasping tasks.
- Develop robust perception capabilities that support autonomous operation in complex and unstructured environments.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Validation
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary R&D teams across GE Vernova, including robotics, computer vision, controls, mechanical engineering, and application teams.
- Participate in system integration, field validation, and technical troubleshooting to ensure solutions are robust, practical, and aligned with application requirements.
- Help translate early-stage concepts into fieldable systems for inspection, repair, manufacturing, and other energy-sector applications.
- Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Strong proficiency in C++ and Python, with demonstrated experience writing clean, scalable, testable, and maintainable code.
- Strong Experience with robotics software development in ROS2, including node development, system integration, and communication across sensors, actuators, and control components.
- Strong experience with industrial robot programming and integration, including deployment on FANUC, ABB, and/or UR robotic arms.
- Experience developing motion planning, path planning, control, or manipulation software for robotic systems.
- Hands-on experience with 3D perception systems, including 3D cameras and/or LiDAR, point cloud processing, segmentation, object registration, and pose estimation.
- Experience with modern software engineering practices, including collaborative Git workflows, code reviews, build systems such as CMake, and test-driven or validation-focused development.
- Experience with containerization and deployment workflows, including Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and contribute to complex technical projects.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be willing to work on-site at GE Vernova Advanced Research in Niskayuna, NY.
- Legal Work Authorization is required for this position. We will not sponsor individuals at the Master's level, now or in the future, for this position.
Desired Characteristics
- Advanced degree preferred for candidates with significant research or algorithm development experience.
- Experience developing robotics software for inspection, repair, or advanced manufacturing applications.
- Ability to bridge research prototyping and production-quality software implementation.
- Familiarity with real-time robotic control and sensor-driven closed-loop autonomy.
- Experience with point cloud libraries, robot kinematics/dynamics libraries, and perception or motion-planning frameworks commonly used in industrial robotics.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to system development and debugging.
- Demonstrated success working across software, hardware, and application boundaries to deliver integrated robotic systems.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced R&D environment with evolving technical priorities.
- Strong collaboration, initiative, and ownership mindset.
The Robotics & Computer Vision team at GE Vernova Advanced Research develops advanced robotic and intelligent systems that address critical challenges in the energy sector. This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful technical problems at the intersection of robotics software, perception, autonomy, and industrial deployment.
As a Robotics Software Engineer, you will help create software that moves beyond prototypes and into real-world systems used for inspection, repair, and advanced manufacturing. You will work with experienced multidisciplinary teams and contribute directly to technologies that support a more reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy future.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on May 05, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
Skills Required
- Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or related field
- Proficient in C++ and Python
- Strong experience with ROS2 and robotics software development
- Experience with FANUC, ABB, or UR robotic arms
- Experience developing motion planning or control software for robotic systems
- Hands-on experience with 3D perception systems
- Familiarity with software engineering practices like Git
- Experience with containerization and CI/CD workflows
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.
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What We Do
GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.
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