We see the potential inside everything and everyone. Starting with you.

Orbem uses AI to industrialize MRI, delivering non-invasive insight into everything from fruits to eggs to the human body. We are transforming what is becoming the world’s largest biological dataset into actionable intelligence to reduce waste, increase quality, and accelerate the shift toward a more sustainable and healthier future.

Headquartered and founded in Munich, Germany, with an office now in Houston, Texas, our world-class team is scaling inside-out technology to transform how humanity sees and understands biological matter.

Help us see what’s possible. Join us.

Senior Software Engineer - Hardware Integration (f/m/d)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Yearly Salary: €70,000 - €75,000 (fixed range, annual gross)

Stock Options: €20,000- €40,000

Benefits: Up to €5,000 annually

Work Model: Full-Time, Hybrid (Munich, Germany)

Your Role

You develop edge software focusing on the seamless integration of industrial hardware, including MRI systems and automation peripherals.

In our fast-paced environment, your technical expertise will be vital in ensuring high code quality. By leveraging best practices, you will implement scalable, robust, and AI-powered imaging solutions. This role allows you to unlock the potential of MRI technology, transforming it from traditional clinical settings into fully automated industrial applications.

Your Day-to-Day

Develop and optimize software for edge devices, ensuring seamless integration with automation hardware and MRI systems.
Maintain consistent and reliable communication with automation systems and MRI devices, using technologies such as TCP, OPC-UA, Modbus, PLCs, and industrial PCs.
Design scalable software solutions, maintain Python code, develop automated tests, and manage CI/CD pipelines.
Collaborate with hardware suppliers and define APIs to guarantee device compatibility, optimize interfaces, and enhance hardware-software interactions.
Conduct thorough testing to ensure integration success and troubleshoot any emerging issues.

Your Experience and Skills

Ability to work with significant autonomy, owning projects without extensive supervision and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to integrate with external hardware devices using industry-standard communication protocols.
Proficient in C, C++ or Python backend development.
Experienced in developing and maintaining scalable software and managing CI/CD pipelines.
Skilled in applying robust architecture principles and best practices in software development.
Familiar with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) technologies, enhancing system efficiency and reliability.
Fluency in English. German is a plus but not required.

Fit to 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.

What Makes You Stand Out

Experience in the latest IoT technologies and industrial automation solutions, especially for image acquisition.
Experience working with MRI systems and medical imaging technologies.

What We Offer

International Environment:

Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success.
Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.
Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.
Fitness Membership: Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.
Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten fees.
Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.

Work-Life Integration:

Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.
WFH Perks: Get €185 to upgrade your home office + an external monitor on us!
30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.
Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.
Work From Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

Make a Difference:

Join an ambitious, fast-growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you.

Your Team

As a Senior Software Engineer for Hardware Integration, you become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: https://orbem.ai/company/

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognize that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!