Backend Developer (Python & Rust) (Robotics)

Location: On-site in Milan, Lombardy, Italy; living near Milan is preferred

Company

hirify.global develops AI-driven robotics automation solutions for industrial processes through a distributed team of scientists, engineers, and designers.

What you will do

• Research, design, and implement robust, scalable, high-performance computer algorithms.
• Investigate state-of-the-art computational methods through academic papers, workshops, and conferences.
• Develop cloud-based systems and scalable distributed algorithms.
• Collaborate with designers and software engineers across multiple locations.
• Provide technical leadership to junior team members.

Requirements

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in Python and Rust.
• Expertise in API design, component architectures, and service-oriented software principles.
• Experience with automated testing and continuous integration frameworks.
• Exposure to software product development, delivery practices, and related tools.
• Experience researching, designing, and optimizing complex algorithms.
• Knowledge of parallel computing methods and frameworks.
• Familiarity with fundamental modeling and simulation principles and methods.

Nice to have

• Computational geometry algorithms and methods.
• Linear algebra, calculus, mathematical optimization, and optimization methods including linear programming, mixed-integer programming, combinatorial optimization, constraint programming, dynamic programming, gradient estimation, Bayesian optimization, and metaheuristic optimization.
• Core robotics concepts including inverse and forward kinematics, singularities, and trajectory planning.
• Mathematical modeling for complex regression tasks and deep learning.
• Numerical methods for partial differential equations.
• GPU acceleration using CUDA or OpenCL.
• Amazon Web Services APIs.
• Lightweight virtualization technologies such as Docker.

Culture & Benefits

• Open, collaborative, and supportive culture with skill shares and design critiques.
• Stock option grants for full-time employees.
• Competitive health benefits package.
• Home office budget within a remote-first team environment.
• Self-directed learning and development budget.

Hiring process

• Apply, then complete a 30–45 minute screening call with the Hiring Manager.
• Complete a 60-minute deep-dive call followed by a video call with several team members.
• Successful candidates receive an offer to join hirify.global.