--- title: 'Software Engineer – Open Position (Robotics / Backend, C++) at Mujin' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/software-engineer-open-position-robotics-backend-c-mujin-tokyo-qjy6y0m6e3tv' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-21' --- # Software Engineer – Open Position (Robotics / Backend, C++) at Mujin - **Company:** Mujin - **Location:** Tokyo, Japan - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-10-21 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-21 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/mujininc/df168846-9eed-47e6-bdd5-29f26d0f7ac0 ## Job description Mujin is a global leader in industrial automation, redefining supply chain efficiency through MujinOS—our intelligent operating system for robotics. At our core is Machine Intelligence (MujinMI), a unique approach that leverages real-time digital twins and advanced perception, planning, and control algorithms to achieve fully autonomous operations. Our flagship product, MujinController, empowers users with a highly configurable, no-code interface. By integrating cutting-edge motion planning and computer vision, it enables seamless automation for complex applications such as palletizing, picking, and truck unloading. Headquartered in Japan with a growing presence in the US, China, and Europe, we invite you to join a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of automation. ## About This Position At Mujin, we believe the best starting point is a role that aligns with what you want to work on. If you find a specific position that matches your interests and experience, we encourage you to apply directly to that role. At the same time, engineering experience does not always fit neatly into a single job description. This open position is intended for software engineers whose background may span multiple areas across our Robotics and Backend teams. Based on your experience, technical strengths, and interests, we will consider where your background could be the best fit within Mujin. Depending on your background, you may be considered for opportunities in the following areas: Robotics Algorithms Design and develop algorithms that power real-time industrial robotic systems, including: Motion planning and collision avoidance Robot dynamics and trajectory control Packing algorithms and space optimization Geometric reasoning and combinatorial optimization Integration of algorithms with real robotic systems Backend Systems Design, build, and own high-performance backend systems supporting industrial robot controllers, including: Reliable backend services and APIs Low-latency communication and inter-process communication Sensor and industrial-device integration High-performance, data-intensive pipelines Linux-based systems, networking, diagnostics, and operational tooling Controller provisioning, upgrades, and production reliability Want to learn more? If you would like to explore each area in more detail before applying, please check our individual job openings or visit Mujin Gemba Walk to learn more about our technologies and engineering teams. ## Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain software for Mujin’s industrial robotics systems. - Build high-performance and reliable software using C++ and Python. - Solve complex technical problems across robotics algorithms, backend systems, and real-world robotic applications. - Optimize software for performance, reliability, and scalability. - Collaborate with engineers across robotics, backend, and other teams to bring solutions into real-world production environments. ## Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Robotics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. - Strong software-development experience using C++ and/or Python. - Experience developing software in a Linux environment. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to investigate complex technical issues. - Ability to design and implement reliable, maintainable, and performance-conscious software. - Interest in solving real-world industrial robotics and automation problems. ## Preferred Qualifications Robotics & Algorithms - Motion planning, collision checking, robot control, or robot dynamics - Linear algebra, 3D geometry, computational geometry, or spatial data structures - Graph/search algorithms, combinatorial optimization, or operations research - Robotics frameworks such as ROS, OpenRAVE, or custom frameworks - Hands-on experience with robotic hardware Backend & Systems - High-performance or concurrent software systems - Linux internals, networking, network protocols, or asynchronous I/O - Inter-process communication technologies such as ZeroMQ - Docker and container-based systems - Sensor SDKs, drivers, or industrial device integration - Production troubleshooting, diagnostics, or operational tooling To learn more about the technical challenges our engineers work on and their day-to-day engineering work, visit [Mujin Gemba Walk](https://gembawalk.mujin.co.jp/). Interview Process: After the skill screen, you’ll be matched with the most suitable position. The interview process will then follow the process for that role. Location 3-8-5 Tatsumi, Koto-Ku, Tokyo 135-0053, Japan Work Hours 8:45 - 17:45 (with a 60-minute break) Salary Based on experience and skills Salary revision twice a year Additional bonuses are available based on performance Holidays Every Saturday and Sunday Annual paid leaves Maternity leave and Childcare leave Flex Holiday (take public holidays on days of your choice) Other holidays as defined by the company Company Benefits Explore Mujin Perks & Welfare Benefits Flexible dress code policy Commuting allowance Japanese Social Security (Health Insurance, Pension, Labor Insurance) Monthly team dinner support Free buffet lunch every workday Free vending machines (offering drinks and snacks) High-end coffee machine Exclusive Employee Gym Access Japan Relocation Support Visa sponsorship Flight ticket support Shipping expenses coverage up to a specified limit Assistance for housing ## About Mujin ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Mujin develops intelligent robotics automation platforms that use a "teachless" no-code approach to make robots capable, easy to deploy, and simple to operate in logistics, manufacturing, and beyond. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series C) - **Headquarters**: Tokyo, Japan - **Founded**: 2011 - **Founders**: Ross Diankov (CEO), Issei Takino ## Core Business - Primary industry: Industrial robotics and automation - Target customers: Warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturers (primarily Enterprise and B2B); also serves robotics integrators - Mission statement: To solve the shortage of manual labor by deploying intelligent robotics automation that raises productivity around the world ## Products & Services - **MujinOS**: A no-code, teachless platform for robot control and deployment. Integrates perception, planning, and control algorithms with a real-time digital twin. Compatible with top robot and tooling brands. - **Palletizing**: Automated case stacking with high-speed, stable pallet builds for any SKU mix. - **Depalletizing**: Perception-driven robots that unload pallets and handle complex mixed-SKU challenges. - **Mixed-Case Fulfillment**: Robotic case picking and pallet building for store-ready orders. - **Bin Picking**: Robots pick loose items from bins using advanced 3D vision. - **Piece Picking**: Each-pick automation for e-commerce and distribution. - **TruckBot**: Container and trailer unloading robot (debuted at ProMat 2023). - **Fleet Coordination**: Syncs AGVs and AMRs with pick-and-place workflows through a single fleet module. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed as a private company (latest major round was $83.4M Series C in 2023, per CB Insights). - **Key Metric (Funding)**: Over $107.4M in total known equity funding (Series A: ¥75M JPY, Series B: $6M, Series C: $83.4M + $18M). Also secured ¥15.5B JPY in debt financing (Dec 2025). - **Notable Investors**: SBI Investment (led Series C), UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners). - **Growth Signals**: Employs 146 people (+5% YoY, +17 people); offices in 5 countries (Japan, USA, China, Netherlands, South Korea); 103 active job postings (+49.3% YoY); revenue $6.9M; recognized with the RBR50 Innovation Award; operates in 9 countries by workforce distribution. ## Competitive Advantages - **Teachless technology**: Their "MujinMI" (Machine Intelligence) allows robots to think and move autonomously without being taught every motion — a fundamental differentiator from traditional industrial robots that require programming. - **No-code platform**: MujinOS enables deployment without writing code, lowering engineering costs and accelerating timelines. - **Brand-agnostic integration**: Compatible with robots and tooling from multiple manufacturers, so it fits into existing operations without vendor lock-in. - **Strong Asia + global footprint**: Deep roots in Japan and China combined with expanding operations in North America and Europe. ## Strategic Focus - Continue expanding globally with offices in the Netherlands (Eindhoven) and a growing presence in the U.S. (Atlanta, GA). - Scale intelligent robotics solutions for large logistics and manufacturing customers. - Push further into full warehouse and factory workflows (e.g., TruckBot for automated unloading). - Deepen the MujinOS platform as the global standard for intelligent robotics. ## Why Work Here - **Mission-driven**: Tackling critical global labor shortages with cutting-edge technology. - **Engineering-heavy culture**: 92 of 146 employees are in technical roles — a true engineering-first company. - **Global, diverse team**: Colleagues from Japan, U.S., China, Netherlands, Switzerland, France, South Korea, and more. - **Top talent hiring from**: Carnegie Mellon, Stanford, The University of Tokyo, plus alumni from Google, Microsoft, Woven by Toyota, and Preferred Networks. - **On-site in Tokyo**: Most roles listed as full-time in Tokyo at their HQ, but also opportunities in Atlanta, Guangzhou, and Eindhoven. - **Active growth**: 103 open jobs across software engineering (C++, Python, Computer Vision, Robotics), integration, and other roles. ## Sources 1. [mujin-corp.com](https://mujin-corp.com/company) 2. [mujin-corp.com](https://mujin-corp.com/) 3. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/mujininc) 4. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mujin-global) 5. 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