Senior Software Engineer (m/f/d)

Germany, Munich (HQ)

Full-time

Permanent employee

About the role

Agile Robots SE is a high-tech startup based in Munich. Our mission is to bridge the gap
between AI and robotics by developing robotic systems that offer state-of-the-art full-body
force sensitivity and world-leading vision intelligence. This unique combination of
technologies enables us to provide intelligent, easy-to-use and affordable robotic solutions
with safe human-robot interaction.

We are a dynamic and innovative software development company dedicated to pushing the
boundaries of technology. We specialize in creating cutting-edge solutions that transform
industries and redefine user experiences.

Your Responsibilities

Design and implement deterministic real-time platform software on Embedded Linux using
C++17/20 for ARM and x86 architectures
Develop low-level drivers for EtherCAT and serial protocols as part of a deterministic control
platform supporting model-based control and learning policies
Develop firmware for EtherCAT-based robotic devices
Drive platform development on ARM-based SOC, including participation in carrier board
design and hardware bring-up
Optimize real-time system performance using PREEMPT_RT, CPU isolation, scheduler
policies, and priority tuning
Develop robotics middleware using publish/subscribe, server/client architectures
Act as a technical owner for the robotics platform — driving architecture decisions and crosscomponent system integration
Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines including automated package management and release
workflows
Collaborate with robotics software, hardware, and control teams on system-level integration

Essential Skills

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
5+ years of professional embedded software development experience in robotics or industrial systems
Proficient in C++17/20 for embedded and real-time targets
Strong experience with Embedded Linux and PREEMPT_RT real-time optimization
Hands-on experience with EtherCAT and serial communication protocols
Experience with ARM and x86 architectures; familiarity with Nvidia Jetson platforms
Proficient with CMake and Conan for build and package management
Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
Strong debugging and fault analysis skills at the system and driver level
Excellent communication and documentation skills in English

Beneficial Skills

Experience with publish-subscribe middleware frameworks e.g. ROS2
Familiarity with model-based control or reinforcement learning policy deployment
Hardware bring-up and carrier board co-design experience
Scripting with Python and Bash
Mandarin knowledge is a plus

What we offer

A dynamic high-tech startup combined with financial soundness and world-class investors
Challenging tasks and projects for your professional growth, with an open-minded
environment for creativity and personal development
Corporate benefits program that covers health, sports, mobility and language courses.
Great working environment in an interdisciplinary, international team

About us

Agile Robots SE is an international high-tech company based in Munich, Germany with a production site in Kaufbeuren and more than 2300 employees worldwide. Our mission is to bridge the gap between artificial intelligence and robotics by developing systems that combine state-of-the-art force-moment-sensing and world-leading image-processing technology. This unique combination of technologies allows us to provide user-friendly and affordable robotic solutions that enable intelligent precision assembly.

This is made possible by our employees, who bring out the best in each and every day with creativity and enthusiasm. Become part of this team and shape the future of robotics with us!

We are proud of our diversity and welcome your application regardless of gender and sexual identity, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, or disability.