Senior Application Engineer (f/m/d)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026.
Futurail is a leading technology startup and autonomy powerhouse based in Germany and France. We power the future of autonomous travel on rail with our holistic autonomy stack for self-driving trains. Our mission is to make trains even more attractive by offering frequent, reliable, cost-effective and low-carbon transportation, contributing to the broader goal of transitioning from road to rail.
Founded by a team with extensive expertise in autonomous driving and rail, we are committed to shaping the future of rail transportation.
We are entering a phase of rapid growth. This is your chance to join an ambitious team at the forefront of autonomy and rail, working to transform how millions of people move every day!
OUR VALUES
Bias for Action: We move with purpose and speed.
One Team: We break down silos to move as one.
Radical Simplicity: We solve hard problems with the simplest solution that scales.
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Senior Application Engineer based in our Strasbourg office, you will be responsible for serving our French and Western European customers through customization, integration and testing. You will join a highly collaborative and competent team, where you’ll have the opportunity to work with various aspects of systems engineering, safety, hardware and software development in an exciting startup setting.
JOB TASKS
Manage integration and deployment projects in close collaboration with customers.
Implement interface and customized software to integrate our product into our customers’.
Implement and field-test application-specific features for autonomous train control, including localization, mapping, obstacle detection, and collision avoidance.
Define and execute system validation and tests (bench and field) all the way to customer acceptance.
Collaborate with the commercial team to set up successful demos and technical proposals to sign future customers. Spot and support opportunities for up-sales and new projects at existing customers
Proactively identify and resolve challenges to drive growth and enhance the success of both the team and the company.
REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of 5 years of proven work experience in developing code and managing software and hardware projects.
Experience in customer-facing roles and customer requirements formalization.
Experience in embedded software, C/C++, Python, and software engineering processes and tools.
Understanding of different perception sensors like LiDAR, camera, and radar, as well as computers
Experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, or the rail environment is a big plus.
Openness to learning, pragmatism, ambition, and fun to work with.
Fluency in French and English is mandatory for this role.
Availability to travel to Munich and customer sites regularly.
WHY FUTURAIL
Work on a meaningful project dedicated to revolutionizing mobility with a focus on long-term environmental impact.
Be part of an international and highly skilled team where decisions are made quickly, your voice matters, and your impact is visible.
We are committed to your growth. We provide structured feedback and clear progression paths to support your personal and professional development.
OUR BENEFITS
A salary package that includes VSOP for full-time employees, sharing the success of the company.
Work from Anywhere: The flexibility to work from any location for up to 15 days per year.
Hybrid work. We love having you in the office and the energy it creates, while also making room for flexibility (work up to two days per week from home).
Team Events: Regular, inspiring, and fun gatherings that strengthen our team.
Join us as a Senior Application Engineer in our Strasbourg office and help accelerate the shift from road to rail. If you're excited about real-world impact, cutting-edge autonomy, and building from zero-to-one, we’d love to hear from you.