Lead Robotics Engineer (Space)

TL;DR

Lead Robotics Engineer (Space): Designing and developing architectures for flight and ground systems in space robotics with an accent on autonomous systems and high-fidelity simulation. Focus on building launch-ready products, implementing space communication protocols, and optimizing embedded software for extreme environment constraints.

Location: Remote or Office in Poland or Ukraine

Company

A global digital solutions company with a specialized Robotics Group building advanced solutions for terrestrial and space domains.

What you will do

• Design and develop solutions for space robotics, including mobile robots, robotic arms, drones, and autonomous platforms.
• Build rapid prototypes and production-ready solutions for on-orbit, surface, and industrial robotics systems.
• Test advanced robotics systems using high-fidelity simulation environments and real-world setups.
• Conduct research on robotics technologies in navigation, perception, and decision-making.
• Support presales activities through technical workshops, architecture sessions, and C-level presentations.

Requirements

• MSc or PhD in a relevant field.
• Must be based in Poland or Ukraine.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python for embedded Linux systems.
• Direct experience in satellite or spacecraft software development.
• Knowledge of spacecraft communication protocols such as CCSDS, CAN, and SpaceWire.
• Experience in FPGA development using VHDL or Verilog, Vivado, and ModelSim.

Nice to have

• Experience with simulation tools like NVIDIA Isaac Sim, Omniverse, ANSYS, and MATLAB.
• Knowledge of HITL testing or low-level interfacing with spacecraft components.

Culture & Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative environment encouraging experimentation and continuous growth.
• Professional development through conferences, internal communities, and mentorship.
• Ownership-driven culture that values creativity and lifelong learning.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects in space and autonomous robotics.