Senior Robot Motion Control Developer

Headquartered in Montreal and Berlin, Vention helps manufacturers automate their operations in record time with the only hardware and software AI-powered platform built for the factory floor. Our technology powers over 25,000 machines across 4,000 factories across 5 continents and we have the privilege to work with a significant proportion of Fortune 500 manufacturers, from space rockets, to electrical cars, to robotics.

At Vention, you’ll work alongside driven and talented people who care deeply about their craft and the impact they create. We’re a team of high achievers who grow through meaningful work, solving complex challenges, learning fast, and seeing the results of our efforts every day.

We move quickly and aim high, but we do it together with care, collaboration, and respect. Our culture celebrates diverse perspectives and supports your growth through intentional development, strong leadership, and opportunities to make a real difference.

Job Description

As a Senior Robotics Developer - Motion Planning and Control at Vention…

You’ll be building the backbone behind all motion control products at Vention. As a member of the robot automation team, your contributions will support new machine applications integrated with Vention’s ecosystem. You’ll be contributing to a strong foundation for extending controller modes capabilities and support for new robot integrations. 

What You’ll Do:

• You’ll be working cross-functionally on features like constant-speed toolpath trajectories, optimal blending waypoint trajectories, force control, and collision-free path planning.
• Implement and maintain motion control firmware for robotics applications such as palletizing, surface finishing, extruding, packing, etc. 
• Design, review, and document code implementations with a focus on maintainability, reliability, and extensibility. 
• Contribute to the design and development process by defining the software architecture, requirements analysis, design specifications, test methodologies, and requirements traceability.

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Table

We’re looking for skills, intellect, and experiences that will help you succeed in this role but we also know that various profiles (not only the one described below) could be successful. If you’re excited about what you read and think you’d be a great fit, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every single qualification.

You’ll bring:

• Understanding of robotics concepts and algorithm implementations
  • Collision avoidance and multi-robot coordinatioN
  • Path planning and trajectory execution in joint space and task space
  • Admittance force control
  • Visual servoing and constant speed toolpath trajectories
• Experience programming in the Linux ecosystem: systemd, debian, docker, real-time
• scheduling, and the linux programming interface.
• Strong experience with C/C++, on embedded Linux systems. Experience with the
• CMake build system.
• Understanding of networking and communication protocols: TCP/IP stack, gRPC
• Real-time software concepts with understanding of deadline priorities, finite state
• machines, multi-threading, queues, and data logging.
• Proficient in writing requirements, building tests, and designing software components.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with all aspects of Vention’s software stack including
• simulation, front-end UI, and support for Physical AI applications.
• Experience with robot streaming integrations is an asset. For example, the Universal
• Robotics Client Library and Fanuc Stream Motion.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Career pathing: Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi-annual employee reviews, and mentorship program 
• Professional development: Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback
• Gender diversity & inclusion: Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women’s Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
• Hybrid work: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
• Community engagement: Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
• Central location: Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
• Team events: All year round employee events including annual kick-off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
• Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that start day one.
• Top-up and benefits for new parents: Additional financial support and resources to support employees during their transition to parenthood.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Case or take-home interview
• Decision & Offer

We’re committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage, please let us know, we’ll ensure you have what you need to succeed.

Professional Growth & Development

Vention believes strongly in promotion from within. For this reason, we structured a comprehensive professional development program that elevate high-performing individuals who deeply understand the inner workings of Vention. This program encompasses:

• In-house coaching program with former industry executives working with small cohort of emerging leaders
• Quarterly management training on topics ranging from “Giving & Receiving Feedback, to Building high-performing teams, to "Developing your own Leadership model”
• Quarterly World-Class Speaker Series featuring industry leaders sharing their perspective and lessons learned as they build their function and business
• Dedicated professional development channels sponsored by the Executive team to foster continuous professional learning
• Book allocation program to further your knowledge in your domain of expertise or any business leadership topics

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Vention

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs, feels valued, and can achieve extraordinary results.

We celebrate differences in ideas, in experiences, and in people. Our initiatives in gender equity, career growth, and leadership development are designed to create real opportunities for everyone to thrive.

Vention’s culture

Vention is an uplifting environment for high achievers. Thinking that Vention’s culture would keep you energized? See our full culture guide here .