Paddy Hobson

Senior Embedded Software Engineer (C++) – Electric Mobility Systems Location: Hybrid (Germany – flexible within commuting distance) Employment Type: Full-timeStart Date: MUST BE AVAILABLE TO START IN 2025 About the Company Our client is a fast-growing engineering company driving the transition to electric and connected mobility. They design and develop high-performance electronic control units and battery systems for electric vehicles and stationary energy storage. Their international team of engineers combines technical excellence with a passion for sustainability and innovation. You’ll join a collaborative, high-impact environment where every engineer contributes meaningfully to shaping the future of mobility technology. The Role As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer (C++), you’ll be responsible for architecting and developing the core software components of advanced high-voltage battery systems. You’ll focus on the foundation of the software stack — from secure communication protocols and cryptographic modules to flash bootloaders and low-level drivers — ensuring reliability, scalability, and compliance with automotive standards. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop low-level embedded software: drivers, communication stacks, crypto modules, and bootloaders.Lead architectural design and ensure robustness and scalability across software systems.Perform hardware bring-up, validation, and integration of embedded modules.Implement diagnostics and real-time functionality for automotive systems.Optimize and maintain existing software components with a focus on performance and code quality.Ensure compliance with relevant safety and cybersecurity standards (ISO 26262, ASPICE, ISO 21434).Collaborate with cross-functional teams and integrate builds into a CI/CD environment.About YouDegree in Software, Electronics, Robotics, or related engineering fields.Proven experience in low-level embedded system development and architecture.Advanced programming skills in C++ (C++11 or newer) with experience in STL, algorithms, and unit testing.Hands-on experience with flash bootloaders, hardware bring-up, and assembly-level debugging.Strong understanding of cryptographic algorithms and embedded system security.Familiarity with AUTOSAR, microcontrollers (e.g., AURIX, TI Hercules, NXP S32), and automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, SPI, Ethernet, J1939).Experience with hardware debugging tools (Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers) and schematic interpretation.Excellent communication skills in English and a collaborative team mindset.Ability to work on-site in Germany 2–3 days per week.What’s on OfferCompetitive compensation package including pension and performance bonus.Flexible hybrid working model with trust-based hours.Free lunches, snacks, and beverages.Subsidized gym membership or fitness plan.Public transport subsidy and bike leasing options.Regular team events and a vibrant, innovative engineering culture.Opportunity to contribute directly to the electrification and sustainability revolution.

Software Control & Teleoperation Engineer – Advanced Robotics Location: UK or Europe (Hybrid / Remote) Employment Type: Full-time About the Company Our client is a cutting-edge robotics company developing next-generation humanoid and intelligent automation systems. Their mission is to advance human capability and efficiency through safe, scalable, and high-performance robotic platforms that integrate seamlessly into industrial and commercial environments. This is an exciting opportunity to work on real robotic hardware and develop the systems that enable intuitive, precise, and reliable teleoperation and control — contributing to one of the most technically ambitious robotics projects in the world. The Role As a Software Control & Teleoperation Engineer, you’ll be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing real-time control systems that bridge human operators with robotic systems. You’ll work at the intersection of software, hardware, and human interaction, ensuring responsive, safe, and intuitive teleoperation of advanced robotic platforms. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop real-time teleoperation control algorithms including inverse kinematics and remote trajectory generation.Design and implement low-latency control pipelines for highly responsive operation.Create semi-autonomous control features blending human input with AI assistance for improved precision and ergonomics.Integrate and fuse sensor data to build intuitive visualization tools for remote operation.Implement robust fail-safe mechanisms (e-stop protocols, signal loss recovery, and fault handling).Conduct system stress and performance testing to ensure high reliability.Collaborate with cross-functional control, perception, and hardware teams to integrate teleoperation features into the broader robotic system.About You3+ years of experience in robot control, teleoperation, or real-time systems.Strong proficiency in C++ and Python for control software development.Solid understanding of robot kinematics, dynamics, and motion control.Experience working directly with robotic hardware in a lab or production setting.Familiarity with ROS 2 and real-time communication protocols.Knowledge of sensor fusion and visualization for remote or semi-autonomous control.Experience designing robust and modular software architectures.Strong debugging and system optimization skills.Nice to HaveExperience working with humanoid or dexterous robotic systems.Familiarity with haptic feedback and user-interface integration.What’s on OfferCompetitive salary and flexible working arrangements.23 days paid vacation per year (or regionally equivalent).Dynamic startup-style culture emphasizing innovation and autonomy.Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology across AI, robotics, and real-time control domains.

Deep Learning Engineer – Advanced Robotics & VLM/VLALocation: Flexible / Remote (UK or Europe preferred) Employment Type: Full-timeAbout the CompanyOur client is an ambitious AI and robotics company developing next-generation humanoid systems designed to transform how intelligent automation supports industrial and everyday environments. Their mission is to advance human potential through robotics that are scalable, safe, and capable of performing complex real-world tasks. This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of deep learning, multimodal AI, and robotic embodiment, helping shape the foundations of a truly intelligent automation platform. The Role As a Deep Learning Engineer, you’ll design and train large-scale models that power robotic control and perception — from foundational representation learning to behaviour cloning and reinforcement learning. You’ll work across the full data-to-deployment lifecycle, experimenting with cutting-edge multimodal architectures and building robust pipelines for high-performance, real-time systems. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and train deep learning models for manipulation, navigation, and general policy learning.Collaborate with teleoperations and simulation teams to define data collection goals and bridge the sim-to-real gap.Train and fine-tune multimodal LLMs, VLMs, and VLAs, integrating diverse sensory modalities (vision, audio, proprioception, LiDAR, etc.).Build scalable data pipelines for continuous ingestion, curation, weak supervision, and retraining.Partner with MLOps and infrastructure teams to enable distributed training and optimize models for real-time deployment.Contribute to shaping the next generation of embodied AI systems for safe, efficient automation.About You3+ years of experience building and deploying deep learning systems (industry or research).Strong proficiency in Python and PyTorch or JAX.Hands-on experience with LLMs, VLMs, or generative models for image/video.Deep understanding of training infrastructure (streaming datasets, checkpointing, distributed compute).Strong communicator with clear experiment documentation and the ability to explain complex technical decisions.Bonus PointsExperience in robotics, autonomous driving, or other embodied AI domains.Background in reinforcement learning (PPO, DPO, SAC, etc.) or RL for LLMs.Experience optimizing deep nets for production (latency, telemetry, on-device inference).Publications at top-tier ML conferences (ICLR, NeurIPS, ICML) or significant open-source contributions.Familiarity with OpenVLA, π models, or similar embodied AI frameworks.What’s on OfferCompetitive compensation including stock options.Flexible remote-first setup with opportunities for international collaboration.Work with world-class researchers and engineers building truly transformative technology.A fast-paced, innovation-driven culture where ideas move quickly from concept to prototype.

We are looking for an experienced Engineer/Scientist to join a cutting-edge robotics team in Zurich, focused on humanoid manipulation through state-of-the-art AI. You will contribute to developing and deploying learning-based controllers to enable robots to interact intelligently, reliably, and flexibly with complex environments. This role is deeply hands-on with real robot hardware, leveraging your expertise across vision-language-action (VLA) models, diffusion models, reinforcement learning, and dexterous manipulation. What we’re looking for:PhD or Master's in Robotics, AI, or related fieldsStrong expertise in learning-based dexterous manipulation (multi-fingered grasping, task-oriented manipulation)Practical experience with running real-time controllers on robotic hardwareDeep knowledge of diffusion models, transformers, CVAEs, normalizing flowsExperience working with ROS, PyTorch, and PythonFamiliarity with vision-language models (VLA/VLMs/LLMs) for robotic planning or failure detectionBonus: experience with synthetic data generation, simulation environments, teleoperation systemsWhy this role?Join a high-calibre team (ex-ETH / ex-NVIDIA founders) backed by significant investment (Seed + Series A secured)Work at the intersection of simulation, reinforcement learning, and robotics hardwareContribute to next-generation humanoid robots without reliance on traditional imitation learning paradigmsSignificant stock offering.If you’re passionate about building more intelligent robots through cutting-edge AI and want to work in a fast-moving, well-resourced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Applied AI Research Engineer – Intelligent Robotics Location: Remote, EU (within CET ±3 hours) Employment Type: Full-time Department: Engineering About the Opportunity We’re partnering with an innovative robotics company on a mission to redefine intelligent automation in manufacturing. This organisation is building next-generation robotic systems that combine cutting-edge AI with flexible hardware to create smarter, more adaptive automation solutions for real-world production environments. As an Applied AI Research Engineer, you’ll contribute directly to developing advanced AI systems for robotics — transforming the latest academic and industry research into deployable, real-world solutions. This is a hands-on research and development role at the intersection of AI, robotics, and embodied intelligence. What You’ll DoConduct R&D in areas such as:Foundational Models (LLMs, VLMs, VLAs): Apply multimodal and large language models to robotic decision-making.Reinforcement Learning: Design and implement control strategies for robotic manipulation and task execution.Sim2Real Transfer: Leverage synthetic data and simulation tools to enable robust model deployment in real environments.Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to bring research concepts to production-ready applications.Stay at the forefront of the latest advancements in AI and help shape how intelligent automation evolves in manufacturing.About YouStrong background in machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, or algorithmic development.Hands-on experience applying research to real-world use cases.Solid understanding of LLMs, VLMs, and reinforcement learning (on/off-policy, actor-critic, model-based).Proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Hugging Face.Comfortable working in Linux environments with tools like Docker, Git, and Conda.Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a structured and creative mindset.Strong communicator who can clearly express complex concepts and research insights.Nice to HaveExperience with robotics systems (e.g. ROS/ROS2, Behaviour Trees)Exposure to agentic AI or multimodal AI researchWhy ApplyJoin a company pioneering AI-driven robotics with a mission to make automation accessible and efficient across industries.Work alongside an expert team at the forefront of intelligent systems development.Enjoy a flexible, remote-first culture with competitive compensation and opportunities for growth and innovation.

Senior Machine Learning Engineer (m/f/d)Join a mission-driven tech team applying cutting-edge AI to the recycling and waste management sector. They’re developing intelligent systems to optimize material detection, sorting, and process efficiency. Making industrial operations smarter and more sustainable. We're looking for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer with strong experience in computer vision and Robotics to help design and deploy advanced models in production environments.What You’ll DoDevelop and deploy ML solutions for image and time-series data (e.g. object detection, anomaly detection, forecasting)Design scalable algorithms and integrate them into real-world systemsStay on top of the latest AI research and apply new technologies (e.g. Deep Learning, LLMs)Lead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and promote development best practicesMonitor and continuously optimize models in productionWhat We’re Looking For4+ years of experience in CV (e.g. CNNs, YOLO) and time series (e.g. LSTM, Transformers)Strong Python/C++ skills and experience with ML frameworks (e.g. PyTorch, TensorFlow, OpenCV) and Robotics frameworks (ROS1/ROS2)Experience working with Sensors for real-world applications.Proven record of building and deploying real-world ML applicationsSolid math and data analysis skillsFluent in English and German; strong communication and leadership abilitiesWhat We OfferA key role in shaping AI products in an innovative fieldFlat hierarchies, creative freedom, and an agile environmentA diverse, interdisciplinary team and flexible working optionsModern office space and participation in company success (e.g. VSOP)Salary Budget: €80 - 95k (Dependant on Experience)

Our client is a fast-growing, venture-backed robotics company building the next generation of plug-and-play robots. Their approach to autonomy is designed to transform material handling - from stacking and sorting to unloading - making robots truly adaptable to the demands of modern logistics. The Role We’re hiring a Field Robotics Engineer who thrives on debugging, stress-testing, and deploying complex robotic systems. In this position, you’ll be the face of our technology at customer sites and industry events, ensuring every system is installed, tested, and continuously improved in the field. Key ResponsibilitiesAssemble, configure, and validate robots in both lab and production settings.Lead on-site installations: plan, coordinate, and commission systems with smooth handover to customers.Operate and tune perception and motion modules within our autonomy stack.Train operators and provide hands-on support during ramp-up phases, gathering insights that feed directly into the product roadmap.Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware/software issues, both remotely and on-site.Represent the company in customer demos, pilots, trade shows, and industry events.Capture field data and share lessons learned with engineering teams to improve reliability and unlock new use cases.What You BringSolid understanding of mechatronics, sensors, networking, and basic control principles.Experience commissioning complex electromechanical or robotic systems in the field.Strong diagnostic skills for resolving hardware and software challenges.Willingness to travel frequently (up to ~60%) to production sites and deployments.Bonus: prior robot deployment experience, proficiency in German or other languages, a valid driver’s license, and comfort with Linux environments.Who You AreEager to take ownership of projects in a fast-paced startup environment.Passionate about robotics across mechanics, electronics, computer vision, and control.A proactive problem-solver with curiosity to learn.A clear communicator, fluent in English (German a strong plus).Comfortable collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and customers directly on the shop floor.Why JoinWork on impactful problems at the forefront of robotics.Be part of a high-caliber team developing technology with massive potential.See your work directly deployed in real-world production environments.Competitive salary, equity, and top-tier equipment.A role that blends lab work, field deployments, and customer-facing experiences around the globe.