At the heart of product innovation and development, our Systems Engineering Department transforms market demands into safe, certifiable, and competitive solutions and architectures. By collaborating closely with software, hardware, safety, and certification teams, we ensure every product meets the highest standards while adapting to fast-evolving market needs. Our mission is to enable seamless human-robot collaboration and deliver solutions that are safe, compliant, and ready for the future. Join us to shape the next generation of human-robot systems by owning system-level requirements, integration, and alignment, with architectural responsibilities as needed. If you thrive in cross-functional teamwork and technical excellence, you’ll find extraordinary opportunities with us.
Software Engineer in Test, Robotics Middleware & Systems - Humanoid (human)
Neura Robotics • Zurich
Shape the Future of Human-Robot Collaboration
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Full-time
Zürich
We are looking for a passionate and hands-on Software Engineer in Test to join our Humanoid 4NE1 team. In this role, you will own the development of scalable test infrastructure, automation frameworks, and validation strategies that ensure the reliability, performance, and safety of software powering our humanoid robots.
You will work closely with Software Engineers, Middleware Engineers, Perception Engineers, and Robotics Developers to build robust testing and validation pipelines across the entire robotics stack- from embedded devices and middleware services to perception, motion control, and autonomous behavior.
This role goes beyond traditional QA. We are looking for an engineer who can understand complex robotic systems, identify failure modes, build automated validation frameworks, and contribute code directly to improve system robustness and developer productivity.
Your work will directly impact the reliability of robots operating in real-world environments and help establish engineering quality standards across the 4NE1 software platform.
What we look forward to-
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
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Strong software engineering fundamentals with experience building automated test systems
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Experience working with distributed software systems, middleware, or robotic platforms
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Ability to collaborate closely with perception, controls, infrastructure, and platform engineering teams
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Strong debugging mindset and systems-level thinking
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Strong programming skills in C++ and Python
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Experience developing automated testing frameworks and tooling
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Deep understanding of software testing methodologies (unit, integration, system, regression, end-to-end testing)
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Experience with ROS2, DDS, or distributed robotics middleware architectures
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Understanding of robotic systems including:
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Sensor integration
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Calibration workflows
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Synchronization
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State estimation
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Motion control systems
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Experience debugging complex interactions across software, hardware, and networked systems
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Experience building CI/CD pipelines and automated validation workflows
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Familiarity with Linux-based development environments
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Strong understanding of software architecture, system observability, logging, and diagnostics
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Experience with Git and modern software development practices
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Experience with robotics perception systems (cameras, LiDAR, IMUs, force/torque sensors)
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Experience validating multi-sensor systems and synchronization pipelines
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Experience with simulation environments such as Isaac Sim, Gazebo, or MuJoCo
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Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing
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Understanding of real-time systems and deterministic communication
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Knowledge of robotics communication protocols such as EtherCAT, CAN, DDS, or OPC-UA
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Experience with performance testing, stress testing, and reliability engineering
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Exposure to cloud-based test infrastructure and large-scale automated validation systems
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Familiarity with safety-related standards and validation processes for robotic systems
What you can look forward to
Creative Freedom and Agility
Enjoy a dynamic, self-reliant work culture with flat hierarchies, flexible hours, and 25 vacation days. Ideal for those seeking an inspiring professional setting, whether you're starting out or an experienced exec.
Passion for Winning
A passionate and highly skilled team of international experts aiming to redefine robot assistants.
Attractive Compensation
Enjoy a competitive salary package along with exclusive employee discounts.
One Team
Whether it's a summer party or company town hall meetings, we celebrate our successes together.
Professional Growth
Support for your personal and professional development.
Our values. The cornerstones of our success.
We are a team. We strive to achieve great things by promoting the success of our colleagues and partners.
We strive for technological progress in order to give people back their valuable time for enjoyable activities.
We strive to revolutionize the world of robotics by pushing the boundaries of technology every day.
We live a high level of appreciation through open communication and transparency.
We do our best to always be two steps ahead. We achieve this through empowerment, freedom of action and personal responsibility.
People are at the center of everything we do.
Our application process
We ensure a transparent and efficient process and look forward to getting to know you during the application process.
Your insight into our daily work
Unsere Mission
"Our goal was to develop the world's first cognitive robot that can work with people, learn from them and provide them with targeted support. And that is exactly what we have achieved. But there is much more to come!"
