Senior Robotic Systems Engineer
$75,000–$110,000 year
On-siteMunich, Bavaria, Germany
Job Summary
Own and evolve the core robotics software stack of a fully flexible intelligent robotic work cell, developing motion planning, trajectory generation, and control algorithms for industrial arms in real production environments. Integrate perception systems including cameras, force/torque sensors, and LiDAR into real-time control loops while implementing industrial safety concepts and fail-safe behaviors. Lead on-site testing, calibration, and commissioning of the work cell, driving architecture decisions and establishing engineering best practices across the team. This foundational senior engineering hire operates within a lean, technical team automating demanding manual tasks like surface finishing, welding, and coating.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in robotics engineering, with demonstrable work on real industrial or collaborative robot arms (e.g. KUKA, ABB, Fanuc, Universal Robots) in production environments — not simulation-only
- Strong expertise in motion planning, kinematics, dynamics, and trajectory generation
- Proficiency in C++ and/or Python for real-time robotics software
- Experience with ROS 2 or equivalent robotics middleware
- Hands-on sensor integration: force/torque, vision, and/or LiDAR in closed-loop control
- Experience with 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks or CATIA
- Eligibility to work in Germany; able to work on-site in Munich
Desired Qualifications
- Background in surface finishing, welding, or industrial coating applications
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherCAT or OPC-UA
- Experience implementing industrial safety standards and fail-safe behaviors
- German language skills (not required — English is sufficient)
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