Senior Robotic Systems Engineer
About the Role
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
Own and evolve the core robotics software stack for an industrial robotic work cell.
Develop and optimize motion planning, trajectory generation, and control algorithms.
Integrate perception systems, including cameras, force/torque sensors, and LiDAR, into real-time control loops.
Implement industrial safety concepts and fail-safe behaviors.
Lead on-site testing, calibration, and commissioning of the robotic system.
Drive architecture decisions and establish engineering best practices across the team.
What We're Looking For
5 or more years of robotics engineering experience working with real robot hardware, not simulation only.
Hands-on experience with industrial or collaborative robot arms (such as those from major industrial arm manufacturers), end-of-arm tooling, and associated sensors.
Strong foundation in kinematics, dynamics, motion planning, and control theory.
Proficiency in C++ and/or Python; comfort with ROS 2 is a strong plus.
Experience with 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks or CATIA.
Hands-on experience integrating vision and force/torque sensors into real-time control loops.
Experience deploying robotic systems in real industrial production environments.
Background in surface finishing, welding, or coating automation is a strong plus.
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherCAT or OPC-UA is a plus.
Eligible to work in Germany and able to work on-site in Munich five days per week.
Fluent English; German is a plus.
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.