Software Engineer (m/f/d) – Perception

<p class="Paragraph SCXW183979662 BCX0" style="text-align:justify;">At Quantum Systems, we are building the next generation of autonomous aerial systems. The Drone Port is a key element of this vision, enabling fully autonomous launch, landing, charging, health monitoring and mission readiness of our UAV platforms.</p><p class="Paragraph SCXW183979662 BCX0" style="text-align:justify;">As a <strong>Software Engineer - Perception</strong>, you will play a central role in developing the intelligence that allows the Drone Port and aircraft to interact seamlessly. You will work on perception algorithms, control systems, embedded software and sensor integration to create reliable autonomous behaviours that operate in real-world environments.</p><p class="Paragraph SCXW183979662 BCX0" style="text-align:justify;">Working closely with experts from Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Systems Engineering Flight Controls, Embedded Software, AI and Flight Test, you will help shape one of the most advanced autonomous drone infrastructure products on the market. Your work will directly influence the future of fully autonomous BVLOS operations and scalable drone deployments worldwide.</p><blockquote><p style="text-align:justify;"><br></p></blockquote><figure><img style="width:1800px" alt="Drone Port Quantum-Systems" src="https://recruitee-main.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/uploads/v9c2tyb758/DP_Full.jpg"></figure><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h4><strong>What is your Day to Day Mission:</strong></h4><ul><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Develop perception software for autonomous Drone Port operation.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Design and implement computer vision algorithms for precision landing, docking and localisation.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Integrate cameras and additional perception sensors into the Drone Port software stack.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Develop software for sensor processing, calibration and data synchronization.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Improve robustness of perception algorithms under varying environmental conditions.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Support the integration of perception components into the overall autonomy architecture.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Analyse test data and continuously improve perception performance based on field results.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Design, train, and optimize computer vision models for object detection, pose estimation, and related perception tasks.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Deploy models on GPU-enabled edge platforms</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Develop internal tools for testing, visualization and debugging perception pipelines.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Collaborate closely with Robotics, Embedded, Mechanical and Systems Engineering throughout the complete product development lifecycle.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Support flight and field testing of autonomous Drone Port capabilities.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Contribute to software architecture, code quality and engineering best practices</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Support flight and field testing of autonomous Drone Port capabilities.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Contribute to software architecture, coding standards and engineering best practices.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW142685783 BCX0">Mentor junior engineers and actively contribute to the technical growth of the robotics team.</p></li></ul> <br> <h4><strong><br></strong></h4><h4><strong>What you bring to the team:</strong><br></h4><ul><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">First professional experience, internships or university projects in robotics, computer vision or autonomous systems.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Strong programming skills in Python.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Solid understanding of deep learning fundamentals (CNNs, transformers)</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Hands-on experience developing object detection and pose estimation models.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Experience with PyTorch</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Experience with OpenCV or comparable computer vision frameworks.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Experience with scalable synthetic dataset workflows combining BlenderProc 3D scene rendering, precise ground-truth annotation (depth, segmentation, pose), and state-of-the-art augmentation techniques.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Experience developing software on Linux.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Familiarity with Git and modern software development workflows.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Experience working with cameras and image processing pipelines.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Basic knowledge of ROS or ROS2 is a plus.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Passion for autonomous systems and robotics.</p></li><li><p class="Paragraph SCXW11552966 BCX0">Fluent English.</p></li></ul><p><br></p><h4><strong>Why Quantum-Systems:</strong></h4><ul><li><p>We believe in the power of combined&nbsp;efforts: straightforward tech expertise&nbsp;paired with a customer-centric focus.</p></li><li><p>We are industry pioneers&nbsp;who are ambitious, bold,&nbsp;and visionary. </p></li><li><p>We push limits, think&nbsp;outside-the-box and strive&nbsp;for technological excellence to&nbsp;shape the future of aerial data.</p></li><li><p>We promise to be your runway&nbsp;for individual and professional&nbsp;growth.</p></li></ul><p><strong><br></strong></p><h4><strong>Our benefits:</strong></h4><ul><li><p><strong>Company pension scheme: </strong>We support you so that you can already make provisions for later.</p></li><li><p><strong>Flexible working hours: </strong>With trust-based working hours, you are not only responsible for your working hours, but also for your work-life balance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Mobile working: </strong>If it gets too turbulent for you in our office, you can get the necessary balance through mobile working.</p></li><li><p><strong>Bike-Leasing: </strong>We support you in staying environmentally mobile and healthy.</p></li><li><p><strong>Corporate Benefits: </strong>Your opportunity for attractive offers and discounts from well-known suppliers and brands, e.g. Adidas, Apple, Expedia.</p></li><li><p><strong>Employee events: </strong>We not only want to grow together, but also celebrate our successes together.</p></li><li><p><strong>Lunch-Card: </strong>Be powerful with delicious energy, daily lunch budget is sponsored.</p></li><li><p><strong>Company Shuttle:</strong> Enjoy our convenient shuttle service that picks you up from Laim in Munich and brings you to our location, with return trips at the end of the workday.</p></li></ul><p><br></p><h4><strong>About us:</strong></h4><p style="text-align:justify;">Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, public sectors.</p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><figure><iframe height="281" width="500" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/_tjzWB0ttBM"></iframe></figure><p><br></p><h4><strong>Our commitment:</strong></h4><p>We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.</p><p>At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.</p><p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.com/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in Germany</a> on Arbeitnow</a>