mimic robotics is an early-stage deep tech robotics & AI start-up based in Zurich and supported by leading VCs. We give industry workers a helping hand for tedious manual labor tasks and mitigate labor shortages with a versatile automation platform. Our automation solutions, driven by dexterous robotic hands and cutting-edge AI trained on human observations, bring a new level of AI embodiment to the real world.
As an Embedded Systems Engineer, you will drive our development of data collection devices and methods. You will shape all aspects of the development of a full-stack data collection solution, from conceptualization to design and potentially production. You will also be responsible for data collection efforts happening at customer sites, helping with customer-specific implementation, and building a customer-ready product. As an early employee, you will take responsibility from day one and work closely with the founders and the rest of the team.
Responsibilities

• Drive the concept and implementation of data-collection devices and quickly iterate over architecture design.
• Full-stack design of embedded systems, including hardware design
• Work closely with the Robotics and AI teams to ensure efficient and stable deployment
• Write clean, maintainable code

Requirements

• Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Robotics or related field, or equivalent Master-level experience in industry
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in embedded systems development
• PCB design experience
• Experience in professional software development (version tracking, CI/CD pipelines)
• Proficiency with Linux Systems
• Fluency with C++ and Python
• Project management/supervision experience
• Fluent English speaker

Nice to have

• Solid understanding of large-scale foundation model approaches
• Previous experience in CE certification of products
• Flex PCB design knowledge
• Robotics and ROS2 experience
• Experience with Rust

Compensation & Benefits

• We offer a total compensation package including a competitive yearly base salary and a strong stock option package to make you part of our shared success.
• You will work with the founders from day one, shaping the company and participating in its success from its early stages.
• Surprise team trips, free gym and sports subscription, joint breakfasts and dinners, and other exciting team activities.

You will have the opportunity to shape a robotics & AI company from the ground up. In flat hierarchies, you will work directly with the founders and some of the best talents in the robotics space. At mimic, you are accepted for who you are. As part of our ongoing journey towards creating a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage everyone to appl,y and we are looking forward to you bringing along your knowledge, personal experiences, and fresh perspectives. Together, we can solve some of the greatest challenges in robotics.