Senior Robotics and Machine Learning Engineer (m/f/d)

Quantum Systems; München; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Mobile working options

Bike leasing

Corporate benefits and discounts

Employee events

Sponsored lunch budget

Company shuttle service

Job summary

A leading technology company in Munich seeks a Senior Robotics and Machine Learning Engineer to spearhead advanced object detection and control systems for drones. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in AI-driven robotics, strong programming skills in C++ and Python, and possess a post-graduate degree in a relevant field. Benefits include flexible working hours, company pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in computer vision and robotics.
• Strong background in embedded systems development.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of object detection and tracking for drones.
• Design multi-sensor integration for autonomous drone functionality.
• Develop software for processing data from cameras, LiDAR, and GPS.

Skills

C++

Python

Computer vision

AI-driven object detection

Sensor fusion

Real-time control

Leadership

Collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Post-graduate degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Robotics and Machine Learning Engineer (m/f/d)

Join Quantum Systems as a Senior Robotics and Machine Learning Engineer to drive the development of advanced object detection, tracking, pose estimation, and robot control for our Drone Port team.

Day to Day Mission

• Lead the development of object detection, tracking, and pose estimation techniques for precise drone interaction and control.
• Design and implement end‑to‑end integration of multi‑sensor setups for autonomous drone port functionality.
• Develop software that processes and interprets data from cameras, LiDAR, GPS, and related technologies.
• Implement advanced robotics control strategies for drone landing, movement, and take‑off.
• Ensure robust software platform development and integrate with in‑house user interfaces.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of software to guarantee reliability before market release.
• Collaborate with hardware specialists, robotics engineers and aeronautical engineers.
• Interface with teams on drone platforms and mission control software for seamless integration.

What you bring to the team

• Post‑graduate degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in computer vision, AI‑driven object detection, and robotics with expertise in sensor fusion and real‑time control.
• Strong background in C++, Python and embedded systems development.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies such as SAFe.
• Proficiency in AI concepts and machine learning techniques applied to robotics control.
• Collaborative and communicative nature; a trusted internal expert.
• Leadership skills to guide and mentor multidisciplinary teams.
• Highly self‑motivated with ownership of responsibilities.
• Fluency in English.

Why Quantum‑Systems

• We combine deep technical expertise with a customer‑centric focus.
• Industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold and visionary.
• Innovation and technological excellence shape the future of aerial data.
• We support your professional growth.

Our benefits

• Company pension scheme.
• Flexible working hours.
• Mobile working options.
• Bike leasing.
• Corporate benefits and discounts.
• Employee events.
• Sponsored lunch budget.
• Company shuttle service.

About us

Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). Our electric vertical take‑off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS maximise range and versatility, providing seamless user experiences for clients in defence, security and public sectors.

Our commitment

We are an open‑minded company that actively promotes diversity and inclusion. Regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we believe the diversity of our employees is essential to our success. Every voice is heard and every perspective is valued.