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ARX Robotics is seeking a Senior Deployment Engineer to bridge the gap between internal engineering teams and military/security customers operating autonomous robotic platforms. You will lead field deployments of robotic systems and autonomy software, from installation and commissioning through acceptance testing and ongoing operational support.
Key responsibilities include:
- Planning and executing deployments of robotic platforms at customer sites, managing installation, commissioning, and acceptance testing
- Designing and maintaining repeatable deployment processes including configuration management, software packaging, and update procedures for distributed systems
- Diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues in field and facility environments, collaborating with software, systems, and hardware engineering teams
- Building automation tooling, scripts, and monitoring systems to accelerate deployments and improve system health visibility
- Defining deployment standards, runbooks, and operator guidelines that meet security and compliance requirements
- Training customer operators and maintenance personnel; serving as trusted technical contact during missions and exercises
- Collecting field data and lessons learned to inform product development improvements
- Supporting deployment project planning including scope, timelines, risk assessment, and resource allocation
You will work in a highly regulated defense environment where precision, accountability, and customer collaboration are paramount. The role offers direct influence on product deployment, field performance, and continuous improvement cycles.
Requirements:
- Several years of experience in deployment engineering, field engineering, systems integration, or DevOps for complex technical systems (robotics, autonomous vehicles, or defense systems experience strongly preferred)
- Solid Linux system administration skills including networking fundamentals, service configuration, and troubleshooting
- Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (Python, Bash, or similar) with version control and automation experience
- Hands-on experience with containerization and deployment tooling (Docker required; Kubernetes or CI/CD pipelines a plus)
- Familiarity with robotics middleware such as ROS 2 is advantageous
- Structured, methodical problem-solving approach with strong documentation habits
- Fluent English communication skills; German is a plus. Ability to explain technical issues clearly to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for deployments, sometimes at short notice and under demanding conditions
- Willingness to undergo security clearance process as required for defense sector work
- Understanding of or willingness to learn information security and export control requirements
Note: Candidates need not meet every requirement; motivated individuals eager to grow into the role are encouraged to apply.
