Network Software Engineer (m/w/d) – Secure & Scalable UAV Communication Systems

autonomous-teaming; München; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a leading defense-tech start-up as a Network Software Engineer in Munich, focusing on the development of secure and scalable UAV communication systems. Ideal candidates will possess strong network programming skills and experience with cloud networking solutions. Your work will contribute to innovative defense technologies addressing emerging security challenges, while also providing opportunities for collaboration in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years experience in network software development.
• Strong expertise in network programming with Python, Go, C++, or Rust.
• Familiarity with network security and firewall automation.

Aufgaben

• Develop high-performance network applications for UAV communication.
• Implement SDN and cloud-based networking solutions.
• Collaborate to ensure network resilience against cyber threats.

Kenntnisse

Network programming

Python

Go

C++

Rust

Network security

Tools

AWS VPC

Kubernetes

Docker

Istio

Linkerd

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27.06.2025

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Job Description:

Your mission

• Develop and optimize high-performance network applications for UAV communication, swarm coordination, and real-time data exchange
• Implement network automation, software-defined networking (SDN), and cloud-based networking solutions
• Design and maintain scalable, fault-tolerant, and secure network services for UAV and defense systems
• Work with network APIs, gRPC, REST, Netconf, and SDN controllers to improve UAV fleet communication
• Implement traffic monitoring, routing optimizations, and load balancing strategies for high-bandwidth, real-time operations
• Develop network security solutions, including firewall automation, VPN integration, and end-to-end encryption
• Collaborate with AI, embedded, and cybersecurity teams to ensure network resilience against cyber threats
• Optimize edge networking for UAVs, integrating low-latency communication protocols (MAVLink, DDS, ZeroMQ, MQTT)

Your profile

• 3+ years experience in network software development, distributed systems, or cloud networking
• Strong expertise in network programming with Python, Go, C++, or Rust
• Experience with networking frameworks & APIs (gRPC, REST, Netconf, SNMP, WebSockets)
• Knowledge of containerized networking (Kubernetes, Docker, Istio, Linkerd)
• Experience with cloud and edge networking (AWS VPC, SDN, SD-WAN, VPNs, NFV)
• Familiarity with network security, firewall automation, encryption (TLS, IPsec, Zero Trust Architecture)

Your mission

• Develop and optimize high-performance network applications for UAV communication, swarm coordination, and real-time data exchange
• Implement network automation, software-defined networking (SDN), and cloud-based networking solutions
• Design and maintain scalable, fault-tolerant, and secure network services for UAV and defense systems
• Work with network APIs, gRPC, REST, Netconf, and SDN controllers to improve UAV fleet communication
• Implement traffic monitoring, routing optimizations, and load balancing strategies for high-bandwidth, real-time operations
• Develop network security solutions, including firewall automation, VPN integration, and end-to-end encryption
• Collaborate with AI, embedded, and cybersecurity teams to ensure network resilience against cyber threats
• Optimize edge networking for UAVs, integrating low-latency communication protocols (MAVLink, DDS, ZeroMQ, MQTT)

Your profile

• 3+ years experience in network software development, distributed systems, or cloud networking
• Strong expertise in network programming with Python, Go, C++, or Rust
• Experience with networking frameworks & APIs (gRPC, REST, Netconf, SNMP, WebSockets)
• Knowledge of containerized networking (Kubernetes, Docker, Istio, Linkerd)
• Experience with cloud and edge networking (AWS VPC, SDN, SD-WAN, VPNs, NFV)
• Familiarity with network security, firewall automation, encryption (TLS, IPsec, Zero Trust Architecture)

Nice to have

• Experience in UAV swarm networking, real-time telemetry, and defense communication protocols
• Knowledge of low-latency wireless communication (5G, LoRa, Mesh Networks, FANET, MANET)
• Background in AI-driven network optimization and automated network anomaly detection

Meta

• Outside of the box creativity, conceptional & systematic design thinking, disciplined execution
• Servant leader mindset, placing team success over ego
• Highest moral standards and work ethic
• We value extra-curricular responsibilities and achievements in your biography
• Intrinsic motivation, willing to go the extra mile, attention to detail
• Fluent in English
• Nationality of a NATO member nation or close ally is a must
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain security clearance

Why us?

Join us to shape the future of AI-driven defense!

Do you feel that you fit the description, but don't think you fulfill all the criteria 100%? Apply to us anyway.
We look forward to receiving your detailed application via our online form.

The world is changing. Exponential technologies are enabling new types of security threats. We are committed to staying ahead by building nimble, scalable, and cost-effective defences. We are looking for passionate developers who are eager to create exceptional products, safeguard our freedom, and strengthen the resilience of democracies.

About us

We are adefence-techstart-up specializing in machine vision solutions.If youhave a passion forcutting-edgeinnovation,anddriveto use your skillsto createnext generationsolutions, thisis an opportunity for you!

What We Do: We are developing solutions that enable computers and sensors to collaborate as teams, working together to address emerging security challenges. Our primary mission is to defend against AI-powered asymmetric threats at scale, such as drone swarms and other UXVs.

Who We Are: Based in Munich, Berlin and Bochum we are rapidly expanding across Europe with plans to open more office hubs soon. We embrace a hybrid work culture—valuing the collaboration that happens in the office, while also empowering our team members to work remotely with responsibility and autonomy.