As an Experienced Application Engineer specializing in AI Robotic domain, you will drive the development, integration, and deployment of advanced embedded solutions for robotic applications. You will work with high-performance SoC platforms, combining expertise in hardware-software co-design, real-time systems, and AI/computer vision integration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop software stack across heterogeneous architectures including Arm Cortex-A, Cortex-R, and Cortex-M cores on RCar and RZ SoCs.
- Design and develop AI‑based robotic applications on R‑Car and RZ SoCs
- Develop and integrate AI/ML models on hardware accelerators (NPU/DSP/GPU).
- Implement real-time control algorithms and middleware for robotic applications using ROS2, Linux
Qualifications
- Ability to program applications, middleware on Linux, ROS2
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python
- Strong understanding of core robotics algorithms
- Experience in computer vision for robotics: Image processing, object detection, tracking, and perception pipelines
- Familiarity with libraries/frameworks such as OpenCV, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar
- Knowledge or experience in Reinforcement Learning (RL) applied to robotics
- Experience with robotics simulation tools is a strong advantage: Gazebo, Isaac Sim
- Ability to validate algorithms in simulation before deployment on real robots
- Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on experience with microcontrollers and low-level hardware control
- Understanding of mechanical systems in robotics, Sensors
Professional:
- Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and in a team, and willingness to learn new technologies.
Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.
At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.
We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.
Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?
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Skills Required
- Ability to program applications and middleware on Linux and ROS2
- Proficiency in C, C++, and Python
- Strong understanding of core robotics algorithms
- Experience with computer vision for robotics, including image processing, object detection, tracking, and perception pipelines
- Familiarity with OpenCV, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar frameworks
- Knowledge or experience in reinforcement learning applied to robotics
- Experience with robotics simulation tools such as Gazebo or Isaac Sim
- Ability to validate algorithms in simulation before deployment on real robots
- Hands-on experience with microcontrollers and low-level hardware control
- Understanding of mechanical systems and sensors in robotics
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team
- Willingness to learn new technologies
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