Forward Deployed Engineer

Company: Auterion
Location: Munich, Germany
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Posted: Aug 19, 2026
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Auterion, a company building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers, is hiring a Forward Deployed Engineer in Munich, Germany. The role focuses on developing end-to-end workflows and features for Auterion Mission Control and AuterionOS, working daily with C++ in a Linux environment, plus Docker, CMake, and networking principles. Requires 5+ years of software development experience, a relevant degree, and EU citizenship. Perks include flexible hours, stock options, pension plan, and enhanced parental leave.

As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will work within a product-oriented team which focuses on designing, building and improving end-to-end workflows (such as surveying or inspection) that are part of the Auterion software ecosystem offering.

You will contribute in building and extending scalable, user-friendly features which will be tightly integrated into our Auterion Mission Control and AuterionOS software.

If you love autonomous robotics, solving challenging problems and delivering high-quality experiences, we want to talk with you!

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Develop new applications and enhance existing software in the Auterion onboard linux computer (Mission Computer)
  • Work with the broader engineering and program management teams to define and implement customer requirements
  • Become a subject-matter-expert on AuterionOS app development
  • Support driving the AuterionOS architecture in areas such as application development workflows, middleware and general software architecture
  • Work daily with C++ in a Linux environment
  • Write clear, well documented and easy to maintain code and collaborate with your team through Git
  • Participate in development planning and prioritization

Qualifications and Skills

  • Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in software development
  • Proficient in C++ development on Linux platforms
  • Working knowledge of L2/L3 computer networking principles
  • Experience writing modular software using modern design practices
  • Detail oriented with great technical documentation and communication skills
  • Proficiency/practical experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
  • Understanding of C++ Build Systems (eg. CMake), Dependency Management & Cross Compilation
  • Familiarity with the Linux kernel and its interaction with hardware is a plus
  • EU Citizenship required

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours
  • Stock Options
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Pension plan
  • Extended social security package
  • Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
  • Wellpass membership

About Auterion

We are building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. Our team is supporting the most important missions and solving the most challenging problems.

At Auterion, we bring together the sharpest minds who love to solve the hardest problems. Join a vibrant team built on innovation, openness, and excellence, where you’ll be empowered to develop ideas, collaborate across all levels, and make an impact that matters.

About the Company

Name: Auterion
Location: Not specified

Auterion is a technology company that provides an open, software-defined autonomy stack for drones and autonomous robots. Its platform, AuterionOS, enables scalable, mission-focused operations, including long-range one-way attack capabilities, fleet management, and mission control. Auterion offers products such as Skynode X, Auterion Suite, and Auterion Mission Control, and serves government, defense, and commercial sectors.

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