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This role is responsible for designing, developing, integrating, deploying, and validating robotics software for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and Fleet Management Systems. The primary responsibilities include developing robot control, navigation, traffic management, fleet coordination, and system integration software while ensuring system reliability, scalability, and real-time performance.
The role also includes validating and maintaining existing AMR systems, supporting factory deployments, performing robot mapping and site commissioning, troubleshooting software issues, and collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to deliver robust industrial robotics solutions. Domestic and international travel is required to support customer deployments, system integration, commissioning, and onsite debugging activities.
What you will be doing in this role:- Develop software for robot navigation, localization, path planning, robot control, traffic management, fleet coordination, and mission execution.
- Design and optimize algorithms for multi-robot coordination, mission scheduling, route optimization, collision avoidance, and autonomous robot operation.
- Develop modular software components and optimize communication and data flow between robotics software modules.
- Integrate robotics software with Fleet Management Systems (FMS), PLCs, industrial communication protocols, and third-party systems.
- Develop internal software tools for robot configuration, deployment, monitoring, diagnostics, testing, and debugging.
- Validate robotics software through simulation, laboratory testing, and production environments, while tracking, analyzing, and resolving software issues.
- Perform robot mapping, localization tuning, system commissioning, and onsite deployment at customer manufacturing facilities.
- Support existing AMR systems by investigating software issues, performing root cause analysis, implementing fixes, and improving system stability and performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, suppliers, and customers to support product development, factory deployment, and continuous system improvements.
- Master's or higher degree in Engineering including but not limited to: Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Aerospace, and Robotics Automotive OEM or Tier-1 experience OR combination of Bachelors Degree and applicable experience required.
- Experience developing, integrating, validating, deploying, and debugging robotics software in production and customer environments.
- Hands-on experience with Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), robotics platforms, industrial automation systems, sensors, actuators, and communication networks.
- Experience performing robot deployment, mapping, commissioning, system validation, and onsite customer support.
- Experience investigating software issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to improve system performance and reliability.
- Strong understanding of robotics algorithms including traffic management, fleet coordination, path planning, navigation, localization, and obstacle avoidance required.
- Strong C/C++, Python programming skills required.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as MQTT, DDS, TCP/IP, Ethernet, CAN, REST API, and VDA5050 required.
- Ability to travel internationally to support business.
Hiring Base Salary Range: $105,780 - $196,440 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data). In addition to base salary, some positions are eligible for an annual performance based bonus.
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Skills Required
- Master's or higher degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Aerospace, Robotics) OR Bachelor's plus applicable experience
- Experience developing, integrating, validating, deploying, and debugging robotics software in production and customer environments
- Hands-on experience with Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), robotics platforms, industrial automation systems, sensors, actuators, and communication networks
- Experience performing robot deployment, mapping, commissioning, system validation, and onsite customer support
- Experience investigating software issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions
- Strong understanding of robotics algorithms including traffic management, fleet coordination, path planning, navigation, localization, and obstacle avoidance
- Strong C/C++ and Python programming skills
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as MQTT, DDS, TCP/IP, Ethernet, CAN, REST API, and VDA5050
- Ability to travel internationally to support business
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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical plan choice includes Enhanced PPO, Standard PPO, and an Advantage HDHP with free preventive care and $0 Teladoc, with in‑network deductibles as low as $200 and out‑of‑pocket maximums starting at $2,000. Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability plus basic life/AD&D, along with enhanced dental/vision options in 2026, reinforce comprehensive coverage.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) design features automatic enrollment, a 3% nonelective company contribution after six months, and a 50% match on the first 6% employees contribute. Plan documents and recent filings corroborate this structure, and some divisions also highlight profit‑sharing as part of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — U.S. materials outline paid parental leave for non‑union employees (up to five consecutive weeks at 66 2/3% pay) that coordinates with STD/FMLA and allows PTO top‑ups. Mental health resources and an Employee & Family Assistance Program add family‑oriented support across plans.
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We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.
