Software Test Engineer - Mipa (human)

• Software Test Engineer - Mipa (human)
• Neura Robotics • Metzingen
• Shape the Future of Human-Robot Collaboration

In the Software Department, you’re shaping robotic solutions that redefine human‑machine collaboration.

You’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, setting industry‑changing standards.

Not only will you help develop our solutions, but you’ll also set new trends and drive innovations forward.

In an agile and interdisciplinary team, you’ll engage in exciting projects, while Scrum practices such as daily stand‑ups, sprint planning and reviews keep you flexible and efficient.

Collaborating closely with other departments allows you to create software solutions that are both technically advanced and practically effective.

• Your mission & challenges
• Robot software & system testing
• Test and validate the full software stack powering Mi PA, from navigation and manipulation to AI‑driven behaviours and human‑robot interaction.
• Verify functionality across robot software releases, ensuring stability, reliability and performance in different environments and use cases.
• Execute manual and automated tests for distributed, real‑time robotic systems running on embedded and cloud‑connected platforms.
• Work closely with software, robotics, AI and system engineers to identify issues, reproduce defects and support root‑cause analysis.
• Contribute to the validation of safety‑related features and help ensure compliance with product quality and reliability requirements.
• Support field testing and real‑world validation of robotic capabilities in environments such as homes, care facilities and industrial settings.
• Test automation & quality assurance
• Design, develop and maintain scalable automated test suites for software, system and integration testing.
• Define test strategies, test plans and acceptance criteria for new features and software releases.
• Analyse test results, identify regressions, performance bottlenecks and unexpected system behaviour.
• Create and maintain test documentation, test reports and traceability between requirements, test cases and validation results.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and continuous validation workflows.
• Continuously improve testing processes, coverage, tools and methodologies to increase quality and efficiency across the product lifecycle.
• Cross‑functional collaboration
• Partner with software developers, robotics engineers, AI researchers and product teams throughout the development cycle.
• Help ensure that new features are released with high quality, reliability and safety standards.
• Contribute to the overall stability and performance of Mi PA by providing structured feedback and validation insights.
• Support a culture of quality by championing testing best practices and continuous improvement.
• What we look forward to
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Robotics or a related field (Mechatronics/Robotics background preferred)
• Proven experience in software testing, QA engineering or test automation
• Prior exposure to robotics, embedded systems or hardware‑software integrated products
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment alongside hardware, software and AI teams
• Solid domain knowledge of robotics systems – kinematics, autonomous navigation, sensor integration (Li DAR, ultrasonic, force/torque, vision) and actuators
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies (unit, integration, system, regression testing)
• Proficiency in Python and/or C++
• Hands‑on experience with test automation frameworks (e. g. pytest, BDD)
• Familiarity with ROS/ROS2 and robotics software architecture
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong analytical, debugging and troubleshooting skills
• Nice to have skills
• Experience testing in simulation environments (e. g. Gazebo, Isaac Sim, Mu Jo Co)
• Understanding of real‑time systems and hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) testing
• Experience with safety‑critical systems testing standards (e. g. ISO 13849, IEC 61508)
• Exposure to human‑robot interaction (HRI) testing, multimodal input validation (voice/gesture/touch) or AI/ML‑driven behaviour validation
• Knowledge of CAN bus, Ether CAT or other robotics communication protocols
• Experience with cloud‑based test infrastructure or fleet‑level testing for robots
• What you can look forward to
• Creative Freedom and Agility – dynamic, self‑reliant work culture with flat hierarchies, flexible hours and 30 vacation days
• Passion for Winning – passionate and highly skilled team of international experts aiming to redefine robot assistants
• Attractive Compensation – competitive salary package with exclusive employee discounts
• One Team – celebrate successes together in team events
• Professional Growth – support for your personal and professional development

How to apply

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