Orbem is an impact-driven deep tech startup from Munich, Germany. We develop fast, accurate, and accessible imaging solutions that provide access to otherwise unattainable sources of knowledge.

We seek to make a difference – and develop solutions to sustainably feed the world, accelerate the transition to a green economy, and transform disease detection. Join us!

Principal Software Engineer

Your role

As a Principal Software/Solution Architect, you are a cornerstone in crafting the technological future of AI-powered imaging. You lead the charge in merging cutting-edge AI with groundbreaking MRI technology, creating solutions that transcend today's standards for sustainable food production and enhanced operational efficiency. Your vision and expertise will guide the software architectural strategy, propelling our mission to harness AI-powered imaging for a sustainable future.

Your day to day

• Lead the architectural design, development, and evolution of our software and solutions, focusing on scalability, reliability, and real-time data processing.

• Guide the course for Orbem's technological evolution, facilitating strategic decisions that align with Orbem's vision and market needs.

• Keep a pulse on emerging technologies and industry trends and standards, leveraging your insights to inform strategic decisions and maintain Orbem’s competitive edge.

• Collaborate with product management, engineering, MRI and data science teams to translate complex business requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Cultivate a culture of excellence and innovation, coaching and guiding both junior and senior team members in adopting best practices and exploring new technological frontiers

What we offer

International environment: 5 different continents, 25+ nationalities driven by the same purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges
Attractive package: You participate in Orbem’s success with stock options, which you receive on top of your salary. We also offer visa and relocation support and several benefits such as: yearly Learning & Development budget (€1,750), Fitness club membership (USC, Wellpass), Kita/Kindergarten fee reimbursement and more!
Work-life balance: We commit to creating an environment where our employees can find the balance they need. Besides flexible working hours, home office, 30 days per year of paid leave and sick child leave, you will also be able to work from abroad (for up to 60 days every year) while experiencing new cultures and environments
Make a difference: You’ll work in a scale-up environment with the freedom to drive your own projects and make a visible impact
You join an ambitious team working on breakthrough technology: We offer you a plain playing field to explore and design. During your time with Orbem, we support you in discovering your strengths and defining a vision for your professional future. We hope to teach you some things, but more importantly we also want to learn from you. Apply now!

Your expertise and qualities

• Proven cross-functional leadership skills for developing technology solutions.

• Leading enterprise transformations from monolithic to scalable architectures and/or from a start-up to a scale-up phase.

• Skilled in leading integration projects that merge software, hardware, and AI technologies.

• Proven expertise in integrating European Regulation Standards, such as GDPR, into software solutions, ensuring compliance and data protection.

• Experienced with IoT platforms, edge computing, and cloud services for comprehensive device and data management.

• Adept at transforming complex requirements into structured, sustainable solutions with a practical and strategic approach to software engineering.

• Agile and intuitive, capable of identifying lasting innovations, driving Orbem towards impactful success.

• An engaged, collaborative team leader with practical communication skills.

• Strong background in domain-driven design, microservices architecture, event-driven systems, and data management platforms.

  
  

Our working culture and tech practice

Fit our values

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty

• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving

• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond ‘doable’ and ‘reasonable’. We design a sustainable and healthy future together