About the Job
ARX Ukraine is looking for a motivated Junior Field Software Engineer to join our cross-functional team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between our development lab and real-world environments, ensuring our products perform reliably in the field. You will be responsible for deploying, testing, and fine-tuning software on physical hardware, working closely with both our engineering team and end-users.
This is an ideal role for a Junior Embedded Engineer who enjoys hands-on work and wants to see their code in action on cutting-edge autonomous systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Deployment & Integration: Assist in deploying software updates to our products and integrating various sensors and communication modules.
- Field Testing: Participate in field trials to validate software performance, collect logs, and identify areas for optimization in real-world conditions.
- Software Maintenance: Design, develop, and maintain software components, focusing on object-oriented design and modern C++.
- Troubleshooting: Provide technical support and troubleshoot software-hardware interactions both onsite and remotely.
- Documentation: Maintain clear documentation of system configurations, testing procedures, and development processes.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work alongside the Team Lead and senior engineers to incorporate user feedback into our software development lifecycle.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong command of modern C++ and familiarity with object-oriented design principles.
- System Knowledge: Familiarity with Embedded Linux and development for resource-constrained “Edge” devices.
- Tools: Basic experience with version control (e.g., Git) and an understanding of software development methodologies.
- Robotics Fundamentals: Knowledge of robotics concepts and tools; experience with ROS2 is a significant advantage
- Communication: Good problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Mobility: Willingness to work onsite in the Kyiv area and participate in outdoor field testing.
- English: At least B1 level
Nice to have:
- Both driver’s license and driving experience on a mechanical gearbox.
- Willingness to travel for business trips across Ukraine
We Offer
- Impactful Work: A high-impact role shaping next-generation technologies used by leading world armies and first responders.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for development and training, including potential programs in Germany.
- Direct Feedback: Close collaboration with end-users and the chance to see the immediate impact of your work in the field.
- Agile Environment: A fast-paced work culture with minimal bureaucracy and flexible working hours
About us
ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations.
As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem-solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture.
If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have a real impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual-use technology!
ARX is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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