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Ros Robotics Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

$80 - $120/hr

Demonstrated active participation in the open-source robotics community, with a track record of contributing to ROS/ROS 2 or related projects. This could include contributions to ROS 2 core ...

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$90 - $130/hr

Knowledge in Robotic Frameworks like OpenDDS, OROCOS and/or ROS etc. * Experience in large software development projects * Methodical thinking for complex problems * You have a perfect command of the ...

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$120 - $160/hr

ROS 2 stack : End‑to‑end responsibility for the ROS 2 layer across all robot platforms: sensor driver nodes, ros2_control YAML composition, DDS QoS tuning, Nav2 configuration, launch system ...

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$110 - $170/hr

Experience with Python, ROS/ROS 2, robotics software frameworks, PLCs, vision systems, or related technologies. * Comfortable working independently and making technical decisions in dynamic customer ...

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$120 - $160/hr

... ROS 2 callback timing budgets; Apex.OS on SIL/PLd-certified configurations (Industrial MM). Sensor topic plumbing and ObsAssembler wiring regardless of middleware choice. Partnered with the Robotics ...

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$120 - $150/hr

Secure robotics: Harden RTOS environments (e.g ... FreeRTOS, Zephyr, ROS 2/SROS2) and secure industrial protocols--EtherCAT, PROFINET, OPC UA, ROS 2 ...

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$120 - $180/hr

Familiarity with robotics or industrial control to discuss latency and timing semantics with robot ... Working knowledge of ROS 2 client library design (rclpy / rclcpp) * Written a developer-portal API ...

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$100 - $150/hr

You'll join our software department and work with third‑party navigation, ROS 2, robot middleware, and fleet interfaces to make mobile robots navigate reliably in real customer environments. * You ...

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$80 - $120/hr

Experience with robotics platforms (e.g., ROS/ROS 2) and industrial control systems; * Familiarity with AI/ML pipelines and associated security risks; * Strong knowledge of IEC 62443, OWASP Top 10, ...

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$110 - $140/hr

You'll work in the software department on Mobile Robotics' core software, defining how our robots communicate with upper-level software platforms, ensuring technical consistency across product lines ...

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Senior Robotics Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

Bonus points for experience with learning-based methods or robot simulation (RL, imitation learning, sim-to-real), SLAM and navigation, or ROS. Why You'll Love Working Here * Daily free lunch to keep ...

Senior Robotics Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$118K - $156K/yr

Bonus points for experience with learning-based methods or robot simulation (RL, imitation learning, sim-to-real), SLAM and navigation, or ROS. Why You'll Love Working Here * Daily free lunch to keep ...

Bonus points for experience with learning-based methods or robot simulation (RL, imitation learning, sim-to-real), SLAM and navigation, or ROS. Why You'll Love Working Here * Daily free lunch to keep ...

$90 - $130/hr

... ROS, or industrial protocols (Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT). * Evolve and connect our ... Work with developers and robotics engineers to model APIs, interfaces, system architectures, or ...

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$90 - $120/hr

... ROS, or industrial protocols (Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT). * Evolve and connect our ... Work with developers and robotics engineers to model APIs, interfaces, system architectures, or ...

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What is a ROS Robotics?

A ROS (Robot Operating System) Robotics job involves developing, programming, and maintaining robotic systems using the ROS framework. Professionals in this field work on tasks such as motion planning, perception, control, and simulation for autonomous robots. They often collaborate with engineers and researchers to integrate ROS into various applications, from industrial automation to autonomous vehicles. Strong skills in C++, Python, and ROS tools like RViz and Gazebo are typically required.

What are the typical responsibilities of a ROS Robotics professional?

Professionals in ROS Robotics are commonly responsible for developing, integrating, and testing software modules that control robotic systems using the Robot Operating System framework. Daily tasks may include coding algorithms for perception, navigation, and manipulation, as well as troubleshooting hardware-software interactions and contributing to system simulations. Team members often work closely with hardware engineers, researchers, and QA teams to ensure robust and reliable robot performance. This collaborative environment encourages knowledge sharing and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics projects, making it an exciting and impactful career path.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for a ROS Robotics position?

To excel in a ROS (Robot Operating System) Robotics role, you need a strong background in robotics, programming (especially in C++ and Python), and a solid understanding of ROS concepts and middleware. Familiarity with simulation tools like Gazebo, version control systems like Git, and relevant ROS certifications are often required. Outstanding problem-solving skills, teamwork, and clear communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies allow professionals to efficiently develop, test, and deploy robotic solutions in dynamic and innovative environments.

Infographic showing various Ros Robotics job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

ROS 2 Robotics Engineer -- Motion Planning & Open Source

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$80 - $120/hr

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  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of hands-on software development in robotics, with significant exposure to ROS or ROS 2 systems;
  • Deep familiarity with ROS 2 architecture and tools. Proven experience developing ROS 2 applications (custom nodes, tf2, ROS2 launch, etc.) and working with ROS 2 middleware (DDS/RTPS). Experience with Fast DDS and tuning QoS parameters for performance is highly desired;
  • Strong background in motion planning and robot kinematics. Proven experience with motion planning libraries and frameworks – for example, using MoveIt 2 for manipulator path planning and control, and Navigation2 or OMPL for mobile robot path planning;
  • Strong proficiency in C++ and Python for robotics software development. Ability to write efficient, reliable code for algorithm implementation and hardware interfacing. Familiarity with modern development practices (object-oriented design, data structures, multi-threading) is expected;
  • Comfortable working in a Linux environment for development and deployment. Proficiency with development tools and workflows: version control (git/GitHub), build systems (colcon/CMake), and containerization (Docker) for ROS 2 applications;
  • Demonstrated active participation in the open-source robotics community, with a track record of contributing to ROS/ROS 2 or related projects. This could include contributions to ROS 2 core, Navigation2, MoveIt, or maintaining your own ROS 2 packages;
  • Experience with ROS 2 real-time performance optimization (e.g., real-time Linux, rclcpp executors, tuning DDS middleware). Familiarity with the ros2_control framework for real-time hardware interfacing is beneficial;
  • Knowledge of computer vision or machine learning as applied to robotics (for instance, using vision for grasp planning or ML-based motion optimization) is a plus. Additional expertise in sensor fusion, physics simulation, or 3D perception will also be valued;
  • Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines and automated testing for robotics software. Familiarity with tools like GitHub Actions or Jenkins for building and testing ROS 2 packages, and experience deploying software updates to robots in the field;
  • Proficiency with simulation and visualization tools commonly used in ROS 2 development. This includes experience using Gazebo (Ignition) to simulate robot scenarios and RViz/Foxglove for visualization and debugging of robot states;
  • Prior experience as a maintainer or significant contributor of a ROS/ROS 2 open-source project is a bonus. Participation in ROS 2 working groups, attending ROSCon presentations, or other community leadership activities will set you apart as a candidate committed to the open-source spirit.
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