Senior Embedded Robotics & Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

At Circus, headquartered in Hamburg with offices in Berlin and Munich, we are pioneering global developments in on-demand autonomous food production. From creation to production and operation – everything is enabled by seamlessly integrated cutting-edge robotics and transformative AI technology.

Our foundation lies in extensive advancements in groundbreaking robotics driven by artificial intelligence, previously the missing link in achieving true autonomous food automation. This is the moment for a new status quo: Just as autonomous driving will disrupt how we build cities, organize our days, and live our lives, we will transform how the world thinks about food.

Our team supports a paradigm shift in one of humanity’s most essential sectors with the sharpest minds in Robotics, AI, Engineering, and Culinary, collaborating closely with industry-leading partners to revolutionize every aspect of the food service experience.

Join us as we forge ahead, crafting a future where the art of cooking and the science of technology converge to create a world that thinks differently about food—a world where food takes on new meaning.As a Senior Embedded Robotics & Automation Engineer (f/m/d), you will take a leading role in shaping and industrializing the robotic core of our autonomous kitchens. You bring deep expertise in Embedded C++, combined with hands-on experience in PLC systems and/or robotics integration. You'll work on both continuous improvement and next-generation system development, helping bridge culinary creativity and mechatronic precision.

• Design and implement embedded control software for robotic components and automation systems using Embedded C++.
• Develop robust and modular embedded systems architecture for scalable deployment of robotic kitchen units.
• Program and integrate PLC systems to manage hardware workflows, safety, and machine control logic.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, software, and culinary teams to launch and refine robotic solutions.
• Lead diagnostics, testing, and validation efforts to ensure performance and safety across system components.
• Cooperate with test engineers to build fast, reliable, and automated test systems.
• Support remote maintenance and integrate system feedback into continuous improvement cycles.

• 5+ years of experience in embedded systems and automation engineering, ideally in robotics, machinery, or industrial systems.
• Proven expertise in Embedded C++ for real-time control systems.
• Strong understanding of electromechanical systems, sensors, actuators, and motion control.
• Familiarity with communication protocols: CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Modbus.
• Experience in embedded Linux
• Degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Engineering, or similar.
• Hands-on experience with ROS or similar robotics frameworks is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with an agile mindset and high accountability.
• Excellent English communication skills; German is a plus.

• Experience launching robotic or automation products in production environments.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD in embedded projects (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• Exposure to cloud-connected embedded systems and remote diagnostic tools.
• Experience working in high-growth, agile hardware/software environments.
  
  

• Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive compensation package, including stock options for full-time employees.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy regular team events, a hybrid work setup, 2 months per year of remote work ("Worcation"), unlimited vacation days, and a corporate pension plan.
• Personal Development: €500 personal budget for training, in-house training, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
• Mobility: Benefit from a €50 monthly budget for mobility or other expenses, and a subsidized Dance Mobility subscription for e-bikes/e-mopeds.
• Well-Being: Get access to discounted Urban Sports Club membership and Wellhub offerings for well-being activities.