Senior Robotics Engineer
mimic
Other Engineering
Zürich, Switzerland
Posted on May 21, 2026
Senior Robotics Engineer
Zürich
Robotics
In office
Full-time
Senior Robotics Engineer
Zurich, Switzerland | onsite | full-time
mimic 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 labour tasks and mitigate labour 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 a Senior Robotics Engineer, you will develop, deploy and test infrastructure for teleoperation and autonomous operation in the context of dexterous robotic manipulation, and closely work with our robotics and AI team to achieve safe and robust operation on site.
Responsibilities
- Own the technical direction of robotic control solutions for our AI-driven manipulation platforms
- Develop, test and deploy C++/Python/Rust software that makes our robots come to life
- Guide robotics and AI team members in the context of robotic control and software development
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 4+ years of work experience in developing, integrating and deploying robotic systems in an industrial environment
- Proficiency in Python and C++
- Proficiency with Linux
- Fluent English speaker
Nice to have
- Proficiency in Rust
- Experience in industrial safety in the context of robot manipulator platforms
- Experience in utilising learning-based controllers in robotics
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 very beginning
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 apply, 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.
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