Senior Software Architect (m/f/d) Robotics

The AI Teams at Agile Robots are looking for a dedicated Senior Software Architect (m/f/d) with strong expertise in designing large-scale, maintainable software systems. You are expected to have 5+ years of experience in architecting and implementing data-driven applications, ideally in robotics or related domains. This position focuses on building robust frameworks and microservice-based infrastructures that enable the reliable collection, processing, and access of high-quality robotic training data. Prior hands-on experience in these areas would be a significant plus.

Your Responsibilities

• Frameworks: Architect and develop robust Python-based frameworks for robotic data pipelines, from collection to processing and access.
• Architecture: Design modular and extensible microservice architectures that support scalable and maintainable data workflows.
• Best Practices: Establish standards for object-oriented programming, code organization, and system design in data-intensive applications.
• APIs: Implement reliable interfaces and APIs for seamless data access, integration, and interoperability across components and services.

Essential Skills

• Python & Design: Expert-level proficiency in Python, with strong object-oriented programming and design pattern expertise.
• Systems Architecture: Proven experience with microservice-based systems, including orchestration, inter-service communication, and scalable deployments.
• Data & Deployment: Knowledge of serialization and schema management (e.g., Protobuf, MCAP, lerobot), plus containerization and CI/CD practices.
• Best Practices & Teamwork: Skilled in applying clean architecture, test-driven development, and modular design; experienced in agile collaboration and long-term software evolution.

Beneficial Skills

• Distributed Systems: Understanding of communication frameworks (e.g., ROS2/DDS, gRPC, message queues).
• Robotics Context: Familiarity with data flows and sensor integration (vision, force, proprioception); hands-on experience with teleoperation for data collection.
• Visualization & Scaling: Knowledge of monitoring tools for service health/data quality and cloud-native architectures for scaling microservices.
• AI & Serving: Exposure to robotics AI models (e.g., diffusion, Octo, ACT) and model serving frameworks (TorchServe, TensorFlow Extended).

What we offer

• A dynamic high-tech company, combined with financial soundness and world-class investors.
• Join an interdisciplinary, international team with 60+ different nationalities in a collaborative work environment.
• Lots of development opportunities as we continue to grow.
• Challenging tasks and impactful projects alongside experts that enable professional and personal growth.
• Corporate Benefits Program covering health, mobility, and learning for 100€ net per month.
• Modern office facilities with a rooftop terrace overlooking Munich, free drinks & fruits, and regular company events contribute to a good working environment

About us

Agile Robots is a leading provider of AI-powered robotics solutions. By combining artificial intelligence and robotics, the company makes industries smarter, more flexible, and more efficient.

Founded in Munich in 2018 by renowned robotics researchers from the German Aerospace Center (DLR), Agile Robots has experienced rapid global growth. Today, more than 3,500 highly skilled robotics and AI enthusiasts are employed worldwide. The company has one of the largest research and development teams in the AI and robotics industry.

Agile Robots has built a unique portfolio, together with the subsidiaries BÄR Automation, Franka Robotics, idealworks, and Krause Automation, the company covers all areas of AI-driven robotics.

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