Staff Hardware Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Staff Hardware Engineer (Robotics): Designing and integrating compute and sensor sets for autonomous logistics vehicles with an accent on production-grade hardware and vehicle network architectures. Focus on developing wiring harnesses, validating HIL setups, and ensuring seamless integration of GNSS and cellular connectivity.

Location: On-site in Munich, Germany

Company

hirify.global is building the future of autonomous logistics by combining advanced automation technology with human-guided teleoperations to enable safer and more sustainable driverless operations.

What you will do

• Define system architecture and select components for compute, sensors, networking, and communication integration into vehicle platforms.
• Design and evolve vehicle wiring harnesses from prototype builds to production-grade solutions for autonomous logistics.
• Design, build, and commission breadboards and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test setups for rapid iteration.
• Design and validate vehicle networks using CAN and Automotive Ethernet (100/1000BASE-T1).
• Specify, integrate, and test external connectivity systems including GNSS, 4G/5G, and Starlink.
• Provide technical direction and drive decisions in collaboration with autonomy, software, and mechanical teams.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in robotics, ideally focusing on autonomous driving or mission-critical vehicle systems.
• Strong experience in compute and sensor system integration, including selection, bring-up, and validation.
• Proven track record of delivering vehicle wiring harnesses from prototype to production.
• Proficiency with Solidworks and rapid prototyping tools such as 3D printing.
• Experience with CAN, Automotive Ethernet (T1), and debugging vehicle network configurations.
• Basic software skills in Python scripting and Vector tooling (e.g., CANoe, CANalyzer).

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity for direct impact by seeing research integrated into industrial products within short development cycles.
• Dynamic, fast-paced startup environment with flat hierarchies and a strong emphasis on continuous learning.
• Flexible work schedules and 30 days of paid vacation per year.
• Monthly lunch budget to promote healthy eating.
• Company-subsidized eGym Wellpass membership for access to thousands of gyms and sports facilities.