Staff Hardware Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Staff Hardware Engineer (Robotics): Owning compute and sensor set hardware design from concept through prototype integration and product validation with an accent on bridging R&D prototypes into production-grade vehicle platforms. Focus on designing vehicle wiring harnesses, HIL test setups, and validating complex automotive network architectures.

Location: On-site in Munich, Germany

Company

hirify.global builds autonomous vehicle systems for mission-critical logistics by combining advanced automation technology with human-guided teleoperations.

What you will do

• Define system architecture and select components for compute, sensors, and networking.
• Execute bring-up, mechanical and electrical integration, and troubleshooting of vehicle prototypes.
• Lead hardware validation plans and drive design improvements through root-cause analysis.
• Design and evolve wiring harnesses from prototype to production-grade solutions.
• Build and commission breadboards and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test setups.
• Validate vehicle network architectures using CAN and Automotive Ethernet.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in hardware engineering, ideally in autonomous driving or mission-critical systems.
• Strong experience in compute and sensor system integration.
• Proven track record in designing and delivering vehicle wiring harnesses.
• Proficiency with Solidworks and rapid prototyping tools.
• Experience with CAN, Automotive Ethernet, and HIL/breadboard setups.
• Hands-on mentality with willingness to support workshop builds and vehicle integration.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic startup environment with flat hierarchies and efficient collaboration.
• Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance.
• 30 days of paid vacation per year.
• Monthly lunch budget and company-subsidized eGym Wellpass membership.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.