Hybrid Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Robotics, Autonomous Systems

at 21strategies

• Job title: Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Robotics, Autonomous Systems
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: C++, Docker, Linux, Rust, TCP/IP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Hallbergmoos, Germany

About the role

• Senior Embedded Software Engineer developing embedded software for autonomous systems at 21strategies. Focused on integration and collaboration with AI, hardware, and mission planning teams.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of embedded software for autonomous platforms (UxV)
• Integration and control of sensors and actuators (e.g., GPS, radar, LiDAR, motor controllers)
• Network programming and development of communication interfaces (DDS, Ethernet)
• Optimization of real-time control and safety-critical systems
• Collaboration with AI, hardware, and mission-planning teams on system integration
• Testing, debugging, and performance tuning on embedded targets
• Preparation of technical documentation and support for certification processes

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or a comparable qualification
• 5+ years of production experience with C and C++ (C++11/17/20), ideally also Rust, and experience with Embedded Linux
• Experience with C++ libraries such as Boost or Poco
• Solid knowledge of network programming (TCP/IP, UDP, multithreading), experience with network protocols (HTTP, MQTT) and middleware technologies (e.g., DDS, ZeroMQ or comparable)
• Experience with Linux and container technologies (Docker)
• Experience working with Raspberry Pi
• Understanding of real-time communication, safety and security in embedded systems
• Experience with robotics frameworks (ROS / ROS 2) is an advantage
• Structured working style, team player, and passion for autonomous systems
• Knowledge of agile development processes and project management methods is a plus
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal competence
• Good German and business-fluent English
• Highly motivated to work remotely in a reliable and independent manner and to proactively solve problems
• Personal suitability for a security clearance (Ü2)

Benefits

• Work at a deep-tech startup focused on next-generation AI
• A growing company — young and already profitable
• Flexible, goal-oriented work, primarily remote (hybrid)
• Regular coordination and support calls via video conference
• Time tracking account and trust-based working hours
• Appreciative environment with a family-like team atmosphere and low hierarchy
• Little bureaucracy
• Regular company events
• Opportunity for an annual training and professional development measure