This is a foundational engineering role at an early-stage industrial robotics startup in Munich, where you will own the core robotics software stack end-to-end. The team is small and ambitious, building a fully flexible, intelligent robotic work cell for demanding real-world tasks such as surface finishing, welding, and coating. Your work will directly shape the architecture and direction of the product.
What You’ll Do
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Own and evolve the core robotics software stack for an industrial robotic work cell.
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Develop and optimize motion planning, trajectory generation, and control algorithms.
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Integrate perception systems, including cameras, force/torque sensors, and LiDAR, into real-time control loops.
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Implement industrial safety concepts and fail-safe behaviors.
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Lead on-site testing, calibration, and commissioning of the robotic system.
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Drive architecture decisions and establish engineering best practices across the team.
What We’re Looking For
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5 or more years of robotics engineering experience working with real robot hardware, not simulation only.
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Hands-on experience with industrial or collaborative robot arms (such as those from major industrial arm manufacturers), end-of-arm tooling, and associated sensors.
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Strong foundation in kinematics, dynamics, motion planning, and control theory.
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Proficiency in C++ and/or Python; comfort with ROS 2 is a strong plus.
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Experience with 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks or CATIA.
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Hands-on experience integrating vision and force/torque sensors into real-time control loops.
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Experience deploying robotic systems in real industrial production environments.
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Background in surface finishing, welding, or coating automation is a strong plus.
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Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherCAT or OPC-UA is a plus.
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Eligible to work in Germany and able to work on-site in Munich five days per week.
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Fluent English; German is a plus.
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Comfortable with high ownership, broad architectural scope, and a fast-moving startup environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated cash compensation is approximately €75,000 to €110,000 annually, plus meaningful equity participation. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must already be eligible to work in Germany.
Location
On-site in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. Five days per week in the office. Remote work is not available for this role.