Software Engineer

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