Senior Software Engineer - Embedded / Backend (ROS2) (Stockholm) - (all genders)

About the role

STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments. We're focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems - not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe - today. You will develop and integrate embedded and backend software that runs on our unmanned systems. The work ranges from implementing ROS2 components to supporting hardware bring-up and testing. Develop embedded/back-end software modules for UAV systems Implement ROS2 nodes, interfaces, and integration logic Work on embedded Linux platforms and support hardware bring-up Debug issues across software, firmware, and hardware boundaries Support system testing and validation with hardware-in-the-loop in real life Collaborate with Autonomy, Flight Controls, and Hardware teams Contribute to clean, reliable code and clear documentation Experience in C++ development for embedded or robotics systems Solid background in ROS2 (nodes, topics, services, DDS) Familiarity with Linux-based development Understanding of sensors, communication protocols, and integration challenges Experience with robotics, UAVs, or other mission-critical systems is an advantage Hands-on mindset; comfortable testing on actual hardware Nice to have experience of Computer Vision, Sensor Processing and NVIDIA Jetson Excellent communication and stakeholder management experience Native/ Full professional proficiency Swedish or Norwegian language skills are a must have You must be eligible for Swedish security clearance ( Säkerhetsprövning ) and be willing to travel to Germany and other European locations when needed.

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