Edge AI Engineer (m/f/d)

Your mission

• Optimize deep neural networks for real-time inference on embedded devices (Jetson, FPGA, custom boards)
• Apply quantization, pruning, distillation, and compression techniques for efficient deployment
• Use TensorRT, CUDA, C++ to convert and compile networks for runtime use
• Develop ROS nodes and interfaces to connect perception modules with the broader robotic system
• Collaborate with perception and ML teams to bring cutting-edge research to edge hardware
• Ensure runtime robustness under extreme constraints (power, bandwidth, latency)
• Implement benchmarks, debug runtime issues, and validate performance against real-world use cases

Your profile

• Strong experience in CUDA and C++
• Hands-on work with TensorRT, ONNX, TVM or similar compilers/toolchains
• Proven experience in quantization, model pruning, or distillation
• Understanding of hardware constraints on Jetson, ARM, GPU or embedded systems
• Familiar with PyTorch, Python, Git, and Linux environments

Nice to have

• Experience deploying ML models in ROS environments
• Exposure to custom accelerators or hardware-specific toolchains
• Knowledge of runtime profiling, latency debugging, and performance benchmarking
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or defense

Meta

• Outside of the box creativity, conceptional & systematic design thinking, disciplined execution
• Servant leader mindset, placing team success over ego
• Highest moral standards and work ethic
• We value extra-curricular responsibilities and achievements in your biography
• Intrinsic motivation, willing to go the extra mile, attention to detail
• Fluent in English
• Nationality of a NATO member nation or close ally is a must
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain security clearance

Why us?

Join us to shape the future of AI-driven defense!

Do you feel that you fit the description, but don't think you fulfill all the criteria 100%? Apply to us anyway. 
We look forward to receiving your detailed application via our online form. 

The world is changing. Exponential technologies are enabling new types of security threats. We are committed to staying ahead by building nimble, scalable, and cost-effective defences. We are looking for passionate developers who are eager to create exceptional products, safeguard our freedom, and strengthen the resilience of democracies.

About us

We are a defence-tech start-up specializing in machine vision solutions. If you have a passion for cutting-edge innovation, and drive to use your skills to create next generation solutions, this is an opportunity for you!

What we do: We are developing solutions that enable computers and sensors to collaborate as teams, working together to address emerging security challenges. Our primary mission is to defend against AI-powered asymmetric threats at scale, such as drone swarms and other UXVs.

Who we are: Based in Munich, Berlin and Bordeaux/Toulouse we are rapidly expanding across Europe with plans to open more office hubs soon. We embrace a hybrid work culture - valuing the collaborations that happens in the office, while also empowering our team members to work remotely with responsibility and autonomy.