Robotics Test Engineer (m/f/d) - Quality & Safety

Skip to main contentEnglishEnglishBack to all jobsRobotics Test Engineer (m/f/d) - Quality & SafetyGermany, Munich (HQ)Full-timePermanent employeeApply for this jobAbout the roleAs a Robotics Software Test Engineer, you will play a central role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and predictability of our robotic systems. Your work will span the entire control pipeline—from low‑level C‑based APIs to ROS 2 interfaces and full hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) validation. Partnering closely with robotics software, controls, and hardware teams, you will define and execute a testing strategy that guarantees our robots behave consistently and safely across all operating conditions.Your ResponsibilitiesDevelop clear, scalable test plans for  our robotics software including the ROS 2 wrapper around our low‑level arm and hand control APIsDesign unit, integration, system, and HIL tests that validate the translation between ROS 2 interfaces and the underlying C‑based control APIBuild mock environments using frameworks/Tools such as  gTest/gMock to isolate and test ROS 2 topics, services, actions, and parameter handlingExecute integration tests in simulation and on physical robotic hardware to verify the full control chainEnsure state reporting, diagnostics, and error‑handling mechanisms operate reliably within the ROS 2 ecosystemTest the ROS 2 hardware interface, including initialization routines, state interfaces, and command interfacesConduct structured hardware testing, progressing from unit tests to SIL (software‑in‑the‑loop) and HIL (hardware‑in‑the‑loop) for complete end‑to‑end validationDevelop automated test scripts and custom tools that extend standard ROS 2 utilitiesPerform long‑duration stability tests, performance evaluations, and controlled fault‑injection experimentsDocument results, analyze system behavior, and collaborate with developers to identify, track, and resolve issuesContinuously refine testing workflows to improve coverage, safety, and confidence in every software releaseEssential SkillsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field2–3 years of hands‑on experience testing robotics software, ideally with ROS 2Strong understanding of unit, integration, system, and hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing methodologiesProficiency with C++, Python, Linux development, and ROS 2 tools (topics, services, actions, launch_testing, etc.)Experience with gTest/gMock and mocking low‑level APIsAbility to work safely around robotic hardware and evaluate system behavior in real‑world testsStrong analytical skills and a structured, detail‑oriented testing mindsetExperience with Git and collaborative development workflowsBeneficial SkillsExperience testing control systems, hardware interfaces, or robotic manipulatorsFamiliarity with ROS 2 hardware interface concepts (resource manager, controllers)Exposure to real‑time systems or low‑level control APIsExperience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, or simulation tools (Gazebo, Isaac Sim, etc.)What we offerA 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 in the context of our continued growth.Challenging tasks and impactful projects alongside experts that enable professional and personal growth.Corporate Benefits Program that covers health, mobility, and learning with 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 usAgile Robots SE is an international high-tech company based in Munich, Germany with a production site in Kaufbeuren and more than 2300 employees worldwide. Our mission is to bridge the gap between artificial intelligence and robotics by developing systems that combine state-of-the-art...