Software Developer - C++ (Robotics)

TL;DR

Software Developer - C++ (Robotics): Developing real-time machine vision applications and C++ features for the Apera Vue platform with an accent on image processing and robotic integration. Focus on optimizing performance, reliability, and scalability of 4D Vision systems for industrial automation.

Location: On-site in Vancouver, British Columbia

Salary: CAD $3,600–$4,500 per month

Company

AI-driven robotics startup redefining industrial automation through 4D Vision technology to make factories more flexible and productive.

What you will do

• Develop and ship core C++ features for the Apera Vue application using Qt and OpenCV.
• Support robotic integration by testing and debugging vision system behavior in live lab environments.
• Improve code quality through unit testing, refactoring, and expanding test coverage using GTest and CMake.
• Implement C++ modules that interact with vision data, robot pose data, and internal image pipelines.
• Analyze and optimize system speed and memory usage using performance profiling tools.
• Collaborate with engineers in daily standups, planning, and code review sessions.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of C++, including object-oriented design and memory management.
• Solid foundation in linear algebra, vectors, and 3D transforms.
• Experience with version control (Git).
• Proven experience with software projects via coursework, personal work, or previous internships.
• Must be available for an 8-month co-op term from September 2026 to April 2027.
• Must be based in or able to work in-person at the Vancouver office.

Nice to have

• Experience with Linux development environments.
• Exposure to computer vision or robotics libraries (OpenCV, ROS, PCL).
• Knowledge of multithreading or networking in C++.
• Familiarity with Python for scripting and automation.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a professional R&D environment with exposure to production code and lab hardware.
• Collaborative culture blending scientific exploration with rapid product execution.
• Hands-on experience solving high-impact technical challenges at the intersection of AI and robotics.
• Direct mentorship from experienced engineers through a structured team-based workflow.