Forward Deployed Engineer for Robotics (m/f/d)

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential robotics company seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to deploy, customize, and optimize advanced robotic automation solutions directly with international customers. Based in Munich, Bavaria, you will serve as a trusted technical partner, translating customer challenges into scalable, production-ready applications.

Your day-to-day work will include:

• Deploying, integrating, and commissioning complex robotic systems for industrial automation and mobile manipulation applications
• Customizing and extending robotic workcell automation frameworks by implementing customer-specific features, integrations, and workflows
• Integrating and fine-tuning AI models for robotic applications, including Vision-Language-Action (VLA) models, end-to-end learned policies, and machine learning components
• Working closely with customers to understand technical requirements and translate them into robust software solutions
• Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving software and system integration issues both remotely and on-site
• Traveling to international customer sites for workshops, deployments, training, and technical support (up to 40% travel)

What We're Looking For

Essential qualifications:

• Master's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, AI, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Minimum of four years of professional experience in robotics, AI, industrial automation, or software engineering
• Hands-on experience with robot arms and other robotic hardware (cameras, AGVs, grippers, sensors, etc.)
• Intermediate programming skills in C++ and Python
• Practical experience in integrating and programming robotic applications
• Experience working in Linux environments
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt quickly in customer environments
• Fluency in English

Beneficial skills:

• Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow), modern AI models (e.g., SAM, YOLO, GraspNET), or Vision-Language(-Action) models
• Knowledge of control theory for robotics
• Experience with computer vision (e.g., OpenCV, PCL)
• Experience deploying and optimizing robotics applications on NVIDIA embedded platforms (e.g., Jetson Orin, AGX, Xavier)
• Familiarity with PLC programming
• Practical experience with CAD software
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, CAN, OPC UA, Modbus)
• Knowledge of functional safety standards

How We Work With You

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Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on your experience and qualifications.

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