Robotics Software Engineer (m/f/d) – UAV Autonomy

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Robotics Software Engineer (m/f/d) – UAV Autonomy

Munich (DEU)

Full-time

Permanent employee

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What we offer

• Work in an international, agile team creating the future of autonomous systems
• Grow your career in a expanding and ambitious engineering team
• Build innovative products using state-of-the-art technologies in AI, robotics, and autonomy
• Benefit from a steep learning curve and continuous development
• Enjoy team events and a strong, collaborative culture

Your mission

• Design, build, and maintain core robotics software for autonomous UAV systems, from middleware to hardware bring-up
• Develop and maintain production-grade ROS 2 nodes, interfaces, and middleware using C++
• Integrate cameras, IMUs, GNSS, and vehicle systems into our autonomy stack
• Collaborate on the integration of core robotics software across sensing, navigation, and vehicle interfaces
• Deploy, package, and maintain software on NVIDIA Jetson and embedded Linux platforms
• Debug and optimize robotics software running on real UAV hardware
• Support flight tests through pre-flight preparation, on-site debugging, log analysis, and post-flight fixes
• Work closely with autonomy, perception, and platform engineers to deliver reliable end-to-end system integration
• Contribute to improving software reliability, deployment workflows, and maintainability across the robotics stack

Your profile

• 3–6+ years of professional experience developing robotics or embedded software (strong senior candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of exact years)
• Strong professional experience developing with C++ (this is a C++-first role; Python-only backgrounds are not a fit)
• Experience with ROS 2, or comparable robotics/real-time middleware, deployed on real hardware
• Solid experience debugging software on Linux and embedded Linux systems
• Hands-on experience integrating sensors and robotic platforms
• Experience deploying production software onto embedded or robotic systems rather than simulation-only environments
• Experience using Git and collaborative software development workflows
• Willingness to support flight test campaigns in the field

Nice to have

• Experience with NVIDIA Jetson platforms
• Experience integrating PX4, ArduPilot, MAVLink, or other flight control systems
• Experience with camera calibration, sensor synchronization, or video pipelines
• Experience with software packaging and deployment (Docker, Snap, OTA, Nix)
• Familiarity with UAVs, autonomous vehicles, or robotics perception systems

What else

• Outside-the-box creativity with a blend of conceptual and systematic design thinking.
• High intrinsic motivation, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving mindset.
• Structured, methodical, and reliable execution, even under uncertainty.
• Humble, collaborative, and mission-driven — values collective success over ego.
• High ethical standards and disciplined work ethic.
• Extra-curricular achievements, leadership, or unique projects are a plus.
• NATO-aligned nationality or close ally citizenship is required.

About us

The world is changing. Exponential technologies are enabling new types of security threats. ATS is committed to staying ahead by building nimble, scalable, and cost-effective defences. We are looking for passionate team members who are eager to create exceptional products, safeguard our freedom, and strengthen the resilience of democracies.

Who we are

Autonomous Teaming is a defence-tech start-up specializing in machine vision solutions. Driven by cutting-edge innovation, our team works on next-generation technologies designed to meet rapidly evolving security challenges.

What we do

We develop systems that enable computers and sensors to operate as coordinated teams, collaborating in real time to counter AI-powered asymmetric threats at scale — including drone swarms and other UXVs. Our mission is to build resilient, intelligent defence capabilities that perform reliably in the most demanding environments.

How we work

We value close, in-person collaboration as the foundation for building complex, high-impact technology, while maintaining flexibility aligned to role and team needs. Our culture is built on ownership, responsibility, and trust — with a shared commitment to growing and building together.

Where we are

Based in Munich, Berlin, and Toulouse, we are expanding rapidly across Europe with plans to open additional office hubs.

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