Software Engineer – Roboticist

Ekumen

Robotics Engineer developing AGV simulation, navigation, localization, behaviors, and tooling. Working hands-on with physical robots for Ekumen’s client projects in Munich.

Posted 9/7/2026full-timeMunich • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSenior💰 €51,000 - €90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing robotics solutions, particularly in navigation, localization, and robot behaviors, while effectively managing teams and resources. Proficient in coding with modern C++ and Python, with hands-on experience in real robotics environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

ROS OR ROS2Modern C++ (17+)Python 3Networking and ElectronicsDocker / Containerized Applications

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Hard Skills

Robotics DevelopmentNavigation SystemsLocalization TechniquesEmbedded ElectronicsSoftware DevelopmentSimulation ToolsTesting and TuningReal Robot ExperienceProblem SolvingTechnical Discussions

Soft Skills

Team ManagementEmpathyCommunicationProfessionalismPassion for Technology

Tools & Technologies

DockerAGV SystemsSimulation SoftwareNetworking ToolsEmbedded Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Computer ScienceDegree in EngineeringDegree in Robotics

Industry Keywords

Robotics StackAGVPerception StackOn-Site DeploymentsR&D Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++DockerPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to development of a full robotics stack for an AGV, covering simulation, navigation, localization, robot behaviors, and internal tooling
Perform testing and tuning of complex navigation systems directly on the AGV, on-site
Work with the client's fleet manager on the robot's perception stack
Diagnose and resolve hardware, networking, and embedded electronics issues on the robot in real time
Potentially manage a team and its resources as the project scales
Participate in designing and implementing solutions for challenging customer and R&D problems
Travel for 1–2 week periods for on-site deployments when required
Share passion for technology and professionalism with peers
Support team and technical communities with receptiveness and empathy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Located in or willing to work on-site in the Munich area 3 days/week from the start
Strong experience (+4 years) with ROS or ROS2
Strong experience (+5 years) coding in modern C++ (17+) and Python 3
Working knowledge of networking and electronics
Experience with Docker / containerized applications
Degree (BSc, MSc, or PhD) in Computer Science, Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
Hands-on experience working with real robots, not just simulation
Ability to independently tackle mid-sized software development tasks across the stack
Comfortable in technical discussions and able to propose solutions
Solid technical English, spoken and written

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Opportunity to manage a team and its resources as the project scales
Travel for 1–2 week periods for on-site deployments when required
Dynamic community where skills and contributions matter