At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.
This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.
This Position reports to:
R\&D Team LeadYour Role and Responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to successful project results in technology, software, product, and/or solution development, as well as associated Intellectual Property (IP). Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development for specific product-related issues and maintenance. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative solutions.
In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.
Work model: #LI-hybrid
This role is contributing to the Sevensense by ABB team as part of ABB Robotics in Spain and Switzerland. We are looking for a talented team member to join our Software Infrastructure Team and help build internal tools and web platforms that empower our developers to move faster and work more effectively.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Design and develop internal tools that improve developer productivity, visibility, and workflow automation
Build and maintain CLI or full-stack web applications used by engineers across the R\&D unit
Contribute new features and improvements to product web frontends when needed
Collaborate closely with robotics engineers, frontend and backend developers, and product teams
Write clean and maintainable code with a focus on reliability and usability
Our Team Dynamics
Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.
Qualifications for the Role
3+ years of professional experience in full stack development
Experience with Typescript, React, CSS, Python
Bonus points for experience with PostgreSQL, Docker, Rust and leveraging agentic LLMs for development
Experience with developing CLI or web based productivity tooling and automating workflows
Strong communication skills, can-do attitude and enjoys collaborating with talented and motivated colleagues
Degree in Computer Science or a related field
Fluent in English (spoken and written)
What’s in it for you?
As part of a small and versatile team located in Sant Quirze del Valles (Barcelona) and Zurich, Switzerland, you will work closely with very talented and experienced SLAM experts and focus on the engineering foundations that make our technology robust, fast, and reliable at scale.
While you will be exposed to our VSLAM pipeline and collaborate on its evolution, this role is primarily about software engineering, including performance optimization, introspection tools, automated testing, and high‑quality infrastructure that enables our algorithms to perform at their best.
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
Benefits
From well-being to retirement, ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career.
️ Lunch Allowance / Cantine: Enjoy subsidized meals or canteen access depending on your location.
Private Health Insurance: We’ve your health covered with a private insurance plan so you can focus on feeling your best.
Home Office Flexibility: Work from wherever suits you best thanks to our flexible remote work options.
Company Mobile Phone: Stay connected with a corporate phone – no need to mix work and personal calls.
️ Employee Parking: We’ve got employee parking so you can start your day stress-free!
Benefits Platform: Enjoy exclusive deals and discounts on everything from tech to travel through our employee benefits portal.
Employee Share Acquisition Plan: Want to invest in your future? Join our share acquisition plan and grow with the company.
Learning \& Training: Take advantage of a wide range of learning opportunities grow, upskill, and move forward in your career.
Career Development: Expect plenty of chances to advance your career internally with our Open Job Market, with support to explore new roles and take on exciting challenges!
Flexible Work Practices: We get that life happens – we support a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
Wellbeing Program: From mental health support to wellness activities, we’ve got your back—mind and body.
More about us
ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com
At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity, generations, etc. Together, we are embarking in a journey where each one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.
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We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.