robotics application engineer

Rhoda AI

<div>At Rhoda AI, we&rsquo;re building the next generation of generalist intelligent robots. We own the full robotics stack from high-performance hardware and robot systems to the infrastructure and state-of-the-art foundation world models that control our robots. Our robots are designed to be generalists capable of operating in complex, real-world environments and handling long-tail edge cases, made possible by our cutting edge research and end-to-end system design. We've raised over $450M and are investing aggressively in model research, infrastructure, hardware development, and manufacturing scale-up to make generalist robotics a reality.
Rhoda AI Europe GmbH is the company's first international entity, established to own strategic partner relationships across Europe and drive deployment of RaaS (Robotics as a Service).
We're looking for a Senior Robotics Application Engineer to translate real-world customer use cases into robust intelligent robot deployments. You will design, prototype, and refine novel automation solutions &mdash; and develop efficient strategies for robot learning, data collection, and deployment into real world environments &mdash; working at the intersection of robotics, AI, hardware, and deployment operations.<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
The Role</h1>
As Senior Application Engineer, you are the technical core of Rhoda AI's European team. You will own Proof-of-Principle (POP) and POC engagements and RaaS deployments end-to-end - from requirements scoping with the partner, through system setup, validation, and executive reporting - and serve as the primary technical bridge between our European strategic partners and Rhoda's engineering organization in Silicon Valley.
You will own the feedback loop that turns field findings into product improvements, ensuring insights from the field shape the roadmap. You will drive functional safety compliance for European deployments, set the technical bar for the Application Engineering team, and mentor junior colleagues.
This is a high-ownership, high-visibility role. Partners will look to you as Rhoda's technical authority on the ground. HQ Engineering will rely on your field intelligence to prioritize fixes and features.<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
What You'll Do</h1><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Proof of Principle (POP)/Proof of Concept (POC) / RaaS Solution Design &amp; Project Leadership</h2><ul><li>
Own POP, POC, and RaaS engagements end-to-end: scope requirements &amp; design solutions with partners, plan test programmes, execute system bring-up and validation, author the final technical report</li><li>
Decompose partner system-level requirements into testable specifications flowing to Rhoda Engineering and partner technical teams</li><li>
Design and operate hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test setups for repeatable system-level verification at partner sites</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Root Cause Analysis &amp; Field Issue Resolution</h2><ul><li>
Lead RCA for issues surfaced during deployments &mdash; cross-layer troubleshooting across hardware, firmware, and software until the real cause is found</li><li>
Design fault-injection and negative-path tests; author and execute FMEAs; validate mitigations and document findings</li><li>
Own the field issue feedback loop: translate partner-reported problems into prioritised, actionable input for Rhoda HQ Engineering</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Functional Safety &amp; EU Compliance</h2><ul><li>
Ensure all European deployments meet applicable functional safety standards (ISO 26262, IEC 61508, ISO 10218, EN ISO 13849) and EU regulatory requirements (CE marking, EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230)</li><li>
Maintain awareness of the EU AI Act and its implications for AI-enabled robotic systems; advise partners on compliance pathways</li><li>
Act as the in-house functional safety authority for the European team</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Team &amp; Partner Collaboration</h2><ul><li>
Mentor and guide Junior Application Engineers &mdash; review designs &amp; test plans, debrief field sessions, develop technical depth</li><li>
Partner closely with Rhoda HQ Systems &amp; Integration Engineering on escalated issues and product gap analysis</li><li>
Collaborate with the commercial team to translate technical outcomes into commercial milestones</li><li>
Author and present clear, non-technical executive summaries of technical findings to partner leadership</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
What We're Looking For</h1><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Must-Have</h2><ul><li>
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field</li><li>
8+ years of hands-on experience in robotics software engineering, systems integration, automation, or field application engineering</li><li>
Experience supporting real-world deployments or field installations of robotic systems - scoping timelines, managing deliverables, and coordinating across teams</li><li>
Proven track record conducting RCA on complex systems spanning hardware, firmware, and software</li><li>
Hands-on experience with EU functional safety standards: ISO 26262 or IEC 61508 (required); ISO 10218 / EN ISO 13849 (strongly preferred)</li><li>
Experience with sensor integration and calibration (cameras, LiDAR, IMUs, depth sensors)</li><li>
Industrial communication protocols: EtherCAT or CAN (TwinCAT, CANalyzer/CANoe, or equivalent)</li><li>
Python proficiency for test automation, data analysis and tooling; C or Rust for onboard software work</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication; English fluency required, German at working level minimum</li><li>
Willingness and ability to travel ~40% across Europe</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Nice-to-Have</h2><ul><li>
Practical familiarity with robot policy training, model adaptation, or operational implementation</li><li>
Exposure to teleoperation architecture or remote robot management workflows</li><li>
Previous background in client-facing capacities at robotics OEMs, system integrators, or corporate automation departments</li><li>
Deep CAD expertise using SolidWorks, OnShape, or comparable design platforms</li><li>
Applied prototyping skills, including 3D printing, precision machining, and mechanical integration</li><li>
Working knowledge of industrial networking: EtherCAT, CAN (TwinCAT, Vector toolsets), and OPC UA</li><li>
Technical experience with ROS/ROS2, real-time operating systems, and embedded Linux environments</li><li>
CE marking process experience and familiarity with EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230</li><li>
MATLAB/Simulink for control-system modelling and simulation</li><li>
Exposure to requirements management tooling (Jama, DOORS, Polarion)</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Why Rhoda AI Europe</h1><ul><li>
Your work has real impact &mdash; you will be responsible for ushering forward the future of robotics &amp; AI</li><li>
Rhoda AI is work on real customer problems and not just demos for the lab &mdash; our robots are ready for field deployment directly after a successful POC</li><li>
You will have the opportunity to build and lead a new team at the most impactful startup in AI robotics</li><li>
Direct line to HQ Engineering &mdash; your field intelligence shapes the product roadmap</li><li>
Small, high-ownership team: you work with the Managing Director and Commercial Lead as peers from day one</li></ul></div>

Senior Applications Engineer

Searchability®

<div>
 
 
 Robotics Software Engineer
 
 
 
 
 (ROS2, SLAM, Navigation) Engineer Led Robotics Startup, Heidelberg
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY POINTS
 
 
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 Onsite in Heidelberg, 4 to 5 days a week, with 1 day from home
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 Build the autonomy software behind real warehouse and logistics robots (AMRs)
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 Full ownership of localisation, navigation and mapping inside a ROS2 stack
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 Early stage, engineer led startup with its own test hall on site, so your code runs on real hardware, not just in simulation
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 German speaking essential
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 Salary up to &euro;65,000 depending on level
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 ABOUT THE CLIENT
 
 
 
 We are supporting an engineer led robotics startup in Heidelberg, building the software that powers autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for warehouse and logistics automation. Their mission is to make logistics automation easy to set up and customise, for everyone from mid sized businesses to large corporates.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a small, technical, founder led team with its own test hall on site, so you see your work run on real robots the same day. If you want genuine ownership and the chance to shape how a young robotics product is built, rather than maintaining someone else's legacy, this is for you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 THE ROLE, ROBOTICS SOFTWARE ENGINEER
 
 
 
 You will own the localisation, navigation and map management that lets these robots understand where they are and move safely through real environments. You will integrate your work into the ROS2 stack, coordinate with the fleet management and frontend sides, and take algorithms from research through to running reliably on the live system.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a hands on build role on real hardware, in a team small enough that what you build lands straight in the product.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
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 Develop localisation, navigation and map management for autonomous mobile robots
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 Integrate functions and algorithms into the ROS2 stack
 
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 Research the latest findings and implement both your own and open source algorithms, evaluating them on the real system
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 Coordinate with fleet management and frontend development
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 Build robust, real world mapping and navigation that performs under dynamic conditions
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 ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
 
 
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 Around 2 or more years of professional or comparable experience in robotics software
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 A technical degree (electrical engineering, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, technical cybernetics, simulation, or computer science)
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 Familiar with ROS, ideally ROS2, with your own projects to show for it
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 In depth C++ and Python, ideally within larger software projects
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 Comfortable with Git and Linux
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 German speaking, this is essential given the team and the work
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 Based in or able to relocate to Heidelberg, and happy to be onsite 4 to 5 days a week
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 Nice to have: SLAM and mapping experience, and practical hardware skills (soldering, assembly) for working alongside the robots.
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 WHAT'S ON OFFER
 
 
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 Salary 50,000 to 65,000 brutto, depending on skill level
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 The chance to build core autonomy on real robots inside an early stage, engineer led startup
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 Full ownership of your work, in a team where ideas are genuinely welcomed
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 Trade fair and customer exposure
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 A new office overlooking the on site test hall
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 Hardware budget for the things you need
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 Height adjustable desks, and the option of workation
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 Full time or part time, with 1 day home office
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 TO APPLY
 
 
 
 Please apply via this advert or email Daniel.Jones@searchability.com directly. For further information, call 0203 763 3888 or 07704 152 638. By applying, you consent to us processing and submitting your application (subject to suitability) for this vacancy only.
 
</div>

Robotics Engineer

Brainlab

<div>Company Description 
Founded in Munich, Germany in 1989, Brainlab develops, manufactures and markets software-driven medical technology, enabling access to improved, more efficient, less-invasive patient treatments. Our key to success is our creative, talented and hard-working team, which consists of around 2400 dedicated and inspiring individuals in 25 locations worldwide. To succeed in reaching our targets, we are seeking committed colleagues who can stand behind our core values curious, authentic and useful. 
Job Description 
As an Applications Software Engineer, you will be involved in the entire development lifecycle - from the initial idea to the final product launch. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will design and build software that integrates our robotic arm into the clinical workflow of Brainlab navigation systems and helps bring robotics safely into the operating room. We are looking for a motivated and collaborative professional who combines strong software engineering skills with an interest in medical technology, usability, system integration and high-quality software development.
As an Applications Software Engineer, you will:<ul><li>
Design, implement and test application software that integrates a robotic arm into clinical workflows on Brainlab navigation platforms.</li><li>
Develop product features across the application stack, including C++ backend components, user-facing GUI functionality and robotics algorithms.</li><li>
Translate clinical and user workflow requirements into robust, intuitive and safe software solutions for surgeons and clinical staff.</li><li>
Work on the integration of the robotic system into a larger medical device ecosystem, including communication with other software and medical devices.</li><li>
Contribute to interoperability topics such as DICOM, FHIR and network-based system integration.</li><li>
Be involved in the development process from the very first idea until the final product launch.</li><li>
Analyze risks, document and verify the development in a regulated medical device environment.</li><li>
Work closely with your international colleagues from different teams and disciplines.</li></ul> 
Qualifications 
<ul><li>
A degree in Computer Science, Medical Engineering, Robotics, Physics, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent working experience</li><li>
Strong problem-solving skills and experience in software design and implementation, with a strong focus on code quality, maintainability and testing</li><li>
Solid experience in C++ and experience with TypeScript/HTML5 or modern GUI development is plus</li><li>
Experience with medical device software, system integration or interoperability standards such as DICOM and FHIR is a plus</li><li>
Knowledge of networking, test automation, embedded systems or robotics is beneficial</li><li>
Basic knowledge of working with version control systems (Git, GitLab/GitHub)</li><li>
You want to be part of a high-skilled team and make a difference with your code every day</li><li>
Fluent English, eagerness to learn German and ability to communicate with colleagues from all around the world and different areas of specialty complete your profile</li></ul> 

Additional Information 
<ul><li>
A mutually-supportive, international team</li><li>
Meaningful work with a lasting impact on medical technology</li><li>
30 vacation days, plus December 24th and December 31st</li><li>
Bike leasing via cooperation partner &quot;BikeLeasing&quot;</li><li>
Parking garage and safe underground bike storage</li><li>
Award-winning subsidized company restaurant and in-house cafes</li><li>
Variety-rich fitness program in our ultra-modern 360m2 company gym</li><li>
Regular after work, team, and company events</li><li>
Comprehensive training and continuing education opportunities</li></ul>
Ready to apply? We look forward to receiving your online application including your first available start date and desired salary.
Contact person: Ayline F&ouml;ll</div>

(Senior) Software Engineer - Robotic Applications

<div>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&rsquo;ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won&rsquo;t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you&rsquo;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&rsquo;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&rsquo;ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics&mdash;working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.
This Position reports to:
Business Manager - Operations&amp;Portfolio<div><div> 
In this role, you will play a key role in shaping ABB Robotics' automation solutions for the rapidly growing data center market. Working closely with customers, sales teams, Global Solution Centers, and technology partners, you will translate customer needs into scalable, standardized automation concepts that drive innovation and deliver business value. You will act as the technical lead throughout the early solution lifecycle, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to execution while contributing to the continuous evolution of ABB's data center automation portfolio.</div></div><div>
This is a global role.
The work model for the role is: hybrid; #LI-hybrid.
Up to 50% of travelling will be required for this position.
Your responsibilities:
<ul><li>Solution Architecture &amp; Application Engineering: Develop scalable, standardized automation solutions for data centers by translating customer requirements into robust system architectures and application concepts.</li><li>
Presales &amp; Technical Consulting: Partner with Sales, Key Account teams, Global Solution Centers, and ecosystem partners to shape customer opportunities, develop technical proposals, and act as ABB's technical expert in customer discussions, workshops, and bids.</li><li>
Technical Leadership &amp; System Integration: Lead the technical definition of integrated automation solutions combining robotics, automation, IT/OT infrastructure, and partner technologies, ensuring alignment from solution design through project execution.</li><li>
Project Support: Support the transition from presales to execution by providing technical guidance during key project phases and ensuring continuity throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>
Continuous Improvement &amp; Innovation: Capture customer and field feedback to enhance standardized solution architectures and contribute to the development of next-generation automation concepts for data centers, including robotics and AI-enabled operations.</li></ul> 
Qualifications for the role:<ul><li>
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Automation, Robotics, or a related technical field.</li><li>
5&ndash;10 years of experience in application engineering, systems engineering, solution architecture, or a similar customer-facing technical role.</li><li>
Experience with industrial automation, robotics, system integration, or data center infrastructure, with the ability to develop end-to-end technical solutions.</li><li>
Proven experience supporting presales activities, technical consulting, or bid management in a complex engineering environment.</li><li>
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence customers and cross-functional teams without direct authority.</li><li>
Fluency in English is required, along with a willingness to travel globally for up to 50% of the time, including occasional travel at short notice.</li></ul></div>
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.</div>

Senior Applications & Solutions Engineer Data Centers - ABB Robotics

develop

<div>
 
 
 
 About the Company
 
 
 
 
 My client is a highly innovative, venture-backed robotics pioneer based in Munich's thriving deep-tech hub. They bridge the gap between advanced artificial intelligence and the physical world by building state-of-the-art robotic platforms designed to automate complex tasks in dynamic, real-world environments. By integrating next-generation hardware with advanced Computer Vision, Spatial Intelligence, and Embodied AI, they empower industries to run more fluidly, efficiently, and safely.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 
 The company is seeking an engineering-focused
 
 MLOps Engineer
 
 with a foundational background in Applied AI to take ownership of the machine learning lifecycle pipeline. This is not a typical cloud-SaaS or FinTech MLOps role; the engineer will solve the unique challenges of
 
 Edge MLOps
 
 - taking complex perception and vision models from cloud-based experimentation and deploying them directly onto resource-constrained physical robotic hardware.
 
 
 The ideal candidate sits at the intersection of Machine Learning, Infrastructure Engineering, and Hardware-Software Integration. They will collaborate heavily with AI Researchers, Core Robotics Software Engineers, and Cloud Infrastructure teams to ensure that the company&rsquo;s moving fleet of robots can reliably see, reason, and act.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Pipeline Automation:
 
 Design, build, and maintain robust, end-to-end ML orchestration pipelines (from data ingestion and synthetic data generation to distributed multi-GPU training and model testing).
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 Hardware Optimization &amp; Edge Deployment:
 
 Develop automated compilation, quantization, and pruning workflows to optimize deep learning models (e.g., Computer Vision, Transformer-based architectures) targeting edge-compute accelerators like NVIDIA Jetson or custom automotive/robotic SoCs.
 </li>
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 Data Fleet Infrastructure:
 
 Engineer high-throughput, multi-modal data loops capable of handling massive streams of sensory data (camera frames, point clouds, telemetry) and establish smart data-curation methods to upload edge-edge failures for retraining.
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 Lifecycle &amp; Experiment Management:
 
 Set up and enforce rigorous experiment tracking, model registry, versioning, and approval gates using tools like MLflow or Weights &amp; Biases to guarantee absolute reproducibility.
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 Continuous Monitoring &amp; Drift Detection:
 
 Build observability stacks and dashboards (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) to track real-time model inference degradation, sensor drift, and physical environment anomalies out in the field.
 </li>
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 CI/CD Integration:
 
 Construct reliable infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and containerization frameworks to push seamless Over-the-Air (OTA) model and firmware updates securely to a fleet of physical robots.
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 Profile &amp; Requirements
 
 
 
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 Education:
 
 University degree (B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Data Infrastructure, or a comparable technical field.
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 Experience:
 
 2 to 5 years of professional experience in MLOps, DevOps, or Machine Learning Infrastructure engineering roles.
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 Software Skills:
 
 Production-grade
 
 Python
 
 skills are mandatory. Comfort working in Linux environments and a familiarity with C++ or hermetic build systems (e.g., Bazel) is highly beneficial.
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 AI/ML Foundations:
 
 Solid baseline understanding of Machine Learning and Deep Learning concepts, specifically with hands-on exposure to frameworks like
 
 PyTorch
 
 , OpenCV, or Hugging Face Transformers.
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 Cloud &amp; Infrastructure:
 
 Proven experience managing production workloads in containerized environments via
 
 Docker
 
 and
 
 Kubernetes
 
 (including experience configuring accelerator node pools/GPUs). Strong familiarity with AWS, GCP, or Azure infrastructure and Terraform.
 </li>
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 Nice-to-Haves:
 
 Exposure to the Robot Operating System (
 
 ROS/ROS2
 
 ), robotics data serialization/logging tools (like MCAP or Foxglove), or model optimization runtimes (TensorRT, ONNX Runtime).
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What the Company Offers
 
 
 
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 Deep Tech Impact:
 
 The chance to work directly on physical robotic platforms and watch code directly translate into hardware mechanics.
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 Highly Competitive Compensation:
 
 Attractive base salary paired with equity package structures and performance-driven bonuses.
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 Modern Work Culture:
 
 Flexible hybrid working arrangements, 30 days of annual paid vacation, and access to state-of-the-art laboratory and testing spaces in Munich.
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 Relocation Support:
 
 Comprehensive assistance with visa processing, bureaucratic onboarding, and relocation expenses for international talent moving to Munich.
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 </ul>
</div>

MLOps Engineer (m/f/d) – Embodied AI & Robotics Platform

ARX Robotics GmbH

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">About the Role</h2>
</div>
<div></div><div>As a Field Robotics Software &amp; Communications Engineer (m/f/d), you are the crucial link between our advanced robotics and the real world. You will be the on-site software and communications expert during military exercises, customer demonstrations, and complex integration projects, ensuring our autonomous systems perform flawlessly under the most demanding conditions.

This role is for a hands-on problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of software, networking, and hardware. You will configure controllers, master tactical communication links, and troubleshoot complex systems directly in the field. Your work ensures our platforms stay connected, intelligent, and mission-ready when it matters most.
</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">What You'll Build</h2>
</div><ul><li>Deploy, configure, and validate our robotic platforms at customer sites and during live field exercises.</li>
<li>Master our diverse communication stack, from tactical radios and satellite terminals to secure LTE/5G networks.</li>
<li>Configure mission software and control interfaces to ensure stable and reliable field operations.</li>
<li>Integrate cutting-edge sensors, payloads, and third-party systems using modern APIs and SDKs.</li>
<li>Become the go-to expert for diagnosing and resolving complex software and networking issues under operational pressure.</li>
<li>Empower end-users by providing expert on-site training, scenario support, and technical assistance.</li>
<li>Translate field learnings into actionable feedback for our engineering teams, directly shaping the future of our products.</li>
</ul><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">What You Bring</h2>
</div><ul><li>A strong technical background in computer science, robotics, or engineering, gained through a degree or equivalent hands-on experience.</li>
<li>Deep knowledge of software and communication systems, ideally applied to robotics or unmanned platforms.</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with embedded Linux, networking fundamentals (TCP/UDP, routing), and scripting (C++/Python).</li>
<li>Practical experience with advanced communication hardware, such as tactical radios, LTE/5G modems, or satellite systems.</li>
<li>The ability to troubleshoot complex, system-level issues that span software, communications, and hardware.</li>
<li>A proactive, hands-on mindset and a genuine passion for solving operational problems in the field.</li>
<li>Clear communication skills in English; proficiency in German is a plus.</li>
<li>Willingness to travel frequently to support missions across Germany and the EU - ideally based in or around Munich.</li>
</ul>
 <h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Nice To Have</h2>

<ul><li>Experience with defense communication systems or mesh networking (MANET).</li>
<li>Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for communication and unmanned systems.</li>
<li>Familiarity with deploying software updates in mobile or field environments.</li>
<li>An understanding of ruggedized hardware and outdoor operational constraints</li>
</ul>
Please note: You do not need to meet every single requirement to apply. We welcome motivated candidates who are eager to grow into the role and develop their expertise further.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
 What We Offer</h2>

Join a mission-driven European defense tech company at a pivotal stage of growth, where you can help shape meaningful technology, take ownership early, and grow with the business!
<ul>
<li>Competitive compensation package including a bonus opportunity</li>
<li>27 vacation days to start, increasing with tenure up to 30 days</li>
<li>Employer-supported pension contribution</li>
<li>Learning &amp; development support and team events budget</li>
<li>Employee discounts and flexible benefits budget via Probonio</li>
<li>Hybrid working setup depending on role and team needs</li>
<li>Structured salary bands, levelling framework, and bi-annual development conversations</li>
<li>Referral bonus program, dog-friendly office, and relocation support where applicable</li></ul><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
About Us</h2>

ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations. 
 
As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem-solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture. 
 
If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have a real impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual-use technology! 
 
ARX is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

You can find ARX Robotics Applicant Privacy Policy here.</div></div>

Field Robotics Software & Communications Engineer (m/f/d)

NXP Semiconductors

<div>AI is rapidly moving beyond research labs and into the real world&mdash;powering advancements in vehicles, factories, hospitals, homes, drones and everyday devices. NXP&rsquo;s Global Sales organization is the force that transforms our intelligent edge vision into meaningful market impact. We operate on the front lines of innovation, delivering real‑world AI, secure edge intelligence, and breakthrough technologies to the customers shaping tomorrow&rsquo;s world.
As a strategic partner at the intersection of customer ambition and NXP capability, our global sales team drives alignment, opens new markets, and builds the relationships that lead to design wins and revenue growth.
As part of the evolution of the European Microprocessors (MPUs) and Discrete Neural Processors Units (DNPUs) Field Application Engineering organization, we are looking for a senior FAE to support our solutions for key customers in EMEA with a focus on the robotics segment and more specifically drones.
 
 
In this role, working closely with Sales and Key Account Managers, you will act as the primary technical interface to customer engineering teams, supporting system architects and developers in defining and deploying next-generation systems.
Responsibilities
<ul><li>Provide technical leadership to sales teams and customers covering edge-compute architecture, processor selection, bring-up, and software stack integration for NXP MPU and DNPU processors targeting robotics platforms.
</li><li>Partner with customers on the design of companion computers, central compute, vision/perception subsystems, and HMI nodes &mdash; from silicon selection through Linux board bring-up, kernel/driver enablement, and system performance tuning.
</li><li>Design support and lab troubleshooting through schematic reviews, bench bring-up, debugging, and root-cause analysis across hardware, kernel, drivers, and middleware.
</li><li>Enable customer AI, vision, and sensor-fusion workloads on NXP processors and integrated NPUs, helping customers move models from training frameworks to optimized on-device inference for perception, navigation, and HMI use cases.
</li></ul>Job Qualifications
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
</li><li>10+ years in embedded systems development or applications support of MPU / SoC-based platforms running embedded Linux, with demonstrated technical leadership.
</li></ul><ul><li>Strong embedded Linux experience across the full stack: bootloader (u-boot), kernel and device drivers, device tree, Yocto / build system, and user-space integration.
</li><li>Working knowledge of Python or scripting for tooling and automation.
</li><li>Hands-on experience with ARM Cortex-A class application processors and heterogeneous compute architectures pairing application cores with real-time microcontroller cores.
</li><li>Working knowledge of high-speed application-processor interfaces and how to design around them: LPDDR, PCIe, USB 3.x, MIPI-CSI / MIPI-DSI, Gigabit / Multi-Gigabit Ethernet, SDIO / eMMC, and QSPI.
</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent verbal and written communication for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
</li></ul><ul><li>Willingness to travel
</li><li>Fluent English required
</li></ul>Specialty and bonus skills
<ul><li>Hands-on experience enabling AI / ML workloads on edge processors and integrated NPUs, including model conversion and optimization from common training frameworks to on-device inference for robotics perception.
</li><li>Familiarity with robotics middleware and stacks: Rust, ROS / ROS 2, DDS, real-time Linux (PREEMPT_RT), and common SLAM, navigation, and motion-planning frameworks.
</li><li>Working knowledge of platform security: TrustZone, secure boot, OP-TEE, integrated secure enclaves, and secure-element integration for authenticated robotics endpoints.
</li><li>Familiarity with power-management subsystems for application processors (PMIC integration, DVFS, multi-rail / thermal management) and battery-powered system architectures.
</li><li>Working knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262, IEC 61508 / SIL 2&ndash;3) and cybersecurity (ISO 21434, IEC 62443) standards relevant to industrial and automotive edge-compute systems.
</li></ul>More information about NXP in Germany...
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