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# Hardware Architect - Cognitive Robotics (Mensch) at Neura Robotics

- **Company:** [Neura Robotics](https://feeny.ai/companies/neura-robotics)
- **Location:** Metzingen, Germany / Riederich, Germany
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-05-11
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/neura-robotics-gmbh/333b9225-b136-4dbb-be2b-34a22c2f04ed/application

**Skills:** Hardware Architecture, Embedded Systems, Cyber-physical Systems, ARM Cortex-A/M, NVIDIA Jetson, FPGA/eFPGA, Power Systems Architecture, Multi-Rail SMPS, Battery/MSM Integration, TSN Ethernet, SpaceWire, EtherCAT, CAN-FD, TSI Ethernet, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Testability (DFT), System Architecture, AI Inference, Real-time Control, German Language

> The Hardware Architect defines and implements the overarching hardware system architecture for advanced cognitive robots, translating product requirements into technical design decisions. Responsibilities include managing compute topology, power architecture, communication backbones, and sensor integration while ens...

## Job description

Hier wird Artificial Intelligence Realität. Die Hardware-Abteilung von NEURA Robotics entwickelt, konstruiert und optimiert alle physischen Komponenten unserer kognitiven Roboter. Während wir von Prototypen zur Produktion von fünf Millionen Robotern skalieren, bestimmen die Architekturentscheidungen von heute die Plattform der kommenden Jahre.

Als Hardware Architect definierst du genau diese Grundlage — mit der Verantwortung, die Hardware-Blueprints unserer Robotikplattform nicht nur zu entwerfen, sondern auch in der Realität erfolgreich umzusetzen.

## DEINE MISSION & HERAUSFORDERUNGEN

Du definierst die Hardware-Architektur für einige der fortschrittlichsten kognitiven Roboter der Welt.

Unser humanoider Roboter ist ein hochkomplexes cyber-physisches System: verteilte Rechenplattformen, hochdichte Leistungselektronik, ein Body-Area-Sensornetzwerk, Echtzeit-Aktuatorsteuerung und ein kognitiver AI-Stack — integriert in menschlicher Größe und ausgelegt auf Serienproduktion.

Du verantwortest die übergreifende Hardware-Systemarchitektur, übersetzt Produktanforderungen in technische Designentscheidungen und stellst sicher, dass alle Subsysteme — von PCBAs über Verkabelung bis zu Compute-Modulen — zu einem skalierbaren und produzierbaren Gesamtsystem zusammenpassen.

Hardware System Architecture

- Definiere und pflege die übergreifende Hardware-Architektur der Robotikplattform:
- Compute-Topologie (SoCs, MCUs, Edge-AI-Beschleuniger)
- Power-Architektur (Busspannungen, Distribution, Schutzkonzepte)
- Kommunikations-Backbone (EtherCAT, CAN-FD, Ethernet, SerDes)
- Sensorarchitektur (Sensorwahl, Platzierung, Interface-Strategie)

## Requirements & Partitioning

- Übersetze Produkt-, Performance- und Safety-Anforderungen in konkrete Hardwareanforderungen.
- Teile Funktionalitäten sinnvoll zwischen Elektronik, Embedded Software und Mechanik auf.
- Manage technische Schnittstellen zwischen allen Hardware-Disziplinen.

Architecture Governance

- Leite Architektur-Reviews und definiere Hardware-Standards, Interface-Control-Documents und Design-Rules für Elektronik-, Firmware- und Mechanikteams.

Technology Selection

- Bewerte und selektiere Schlüsseltechnologien und Plattformkomponenten:
- Compute-SoCs
- Power-Management-ICs
- Kommunikationscontroller
- Sensor-ICs
- Balanciere dabei Performance, Verfügbarkeit, NRE-Kosten und langfristige Skalierbarkeit.

Cross-Disciplinary Integration

- Sei die zentrale technische Schnittstelle zwischen Hardware sowie Software-/AI-Architekturteams.
- Stelle sicher, dass die Hardwareplattform die benötigten Fähigkeiten für AI-Inferenz und Echtzeitsteuerung bereitstellt (Compute, Memory Bandwidth, I/O).

DFM & Scalability

- Sorge dafür, dass Architekturentscheidungen mit hochvolumiger Fertigung kompatibel sind.
- Treibe Design-for-Reliability, Design-for-Testability (DFT) und Design-for-Cost von Beginn an voran.

Technical Mentorship

- Unterstütze und mentore Senior Engineers in Elektronik, Firmware und Systems Engineering.
- Unterstütze aktiv den Aufbau und das Wachstum des Hardware-Teams.

## WAS DU MITBRINGST

Du kombinierst Systemdenken mit tiefem Hardware-Know-how.

Du bist ein erfahrener Hardware Engineer oder Architect, der den kompletten Lebenszyklus komplexer Embedded-Hardware-Produkte erlebt hat — von der Architekturdefinition bis zur Serienproduktion. Du führst durch technische Exzellenz und fühlst dich wohl in Umgebungen, in denen Architektur noch aktiv gestaltet wird.

## MUST HAVES

- Master in Elektrotechnik, Computer Engineering, Mechatronik oder einem verwandten Bereich; PhD ist ein Plus.
- 8+ Jahre Erfahrung in der Hardwareentwicklung komplexer Embedded- oder cyber-physischer Systeme, davon mindestens 3 Jahre in einer Architektur-, Lead- oder Staff-Engineer-Rolle.
- Nachweisbare Erfahrung in der Definition und Umsetzung multidisziplinärer Hardwarearchitekturen — von Konzept über EVT/DVT bis zur Produktion.
- Tiefes Verständnis von Embedded-Compute-Plattformen wie ARM Cortex-A/M, NVIDIA Jetson, FPGA/eFPGA sowie deren Architektur-Trade-offs.
- Fundiertes Wissen in Power-System-Architekturen: Multi-Rail-SMPS, Batterie-/BMS-Integration, Load-Analysen, Power-Sequencing und EMV auf Systemebene.
- Erfahrung im Design von Kommunikationsarchitekturen für verteilte Echtzeitsysteme (EtherCAT, CAN-FD, TSN Ethernet, SpaceWire o. Ä.).
- Verständnis funktionaler Sicherheit und Fähigkeit, Safety-Anforderungen in Hardwarearchitektur umzusetzen (Redundanz, Monitoring, Safe States).
- Erfahrung mit DFM/DFT in hochvolumiger Hardwareproduktion.
- Sehr starke Kommunikationsfähigkeiten über mehrere Disziplinen hinweg — von Product Management bis Executive Leadership.
- Erfahrung in Robotik, Automotive (ADAS/Body Electronics), Aerospace oder Industrieautomation.
- Fließende Englischkenntnisse; Deutsch ist ein praktischer Vorteil im Alltag.

## About Neura Robotics

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: NEURA Robotics develops cognitive robots that see, hear, feel, and learn, designed to work alongside humans in industrial, service, and household settings.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series C — raised up to $1.4 billion as of 2025/2026)
- **Headquarters**: Metzingen, Germany (with offices in Bielefeld and Munich, and US locations in preparation)
- **Founded**: 2019
- **Founders**: David Reger

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Cognitive Robotics, Humanoid Robotics, Industrial Automation, AI
- **Target customers**: B2B (industrial clients, integrators, strategic partners); also B2C via household robots like MiPA
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "We serve humanity by creating robots that give people back their time for what matters most. Our mission is to expand human potential through cognitive robotics that work safely alongside us."

## Products & Services
- **4NE1**: Production-ready humanoid robot designed for industrial workflows and everyday assistance, powered by proprietary AI (AURA). Built for mass production.
- **MAiRA (Multi-sensing Intelligent Robotic Assistant)**: The world's first cognitive robot arm — a collaborative robot that senses, responds, and adapts.
- **LARA (Lightweight Agile Robotic Assistant)**: Collaborative industrial robot for agile, lightweight automation tasks.
- **MiPA (My Intelligent Personal Assistant)**: Humanoid service and household robot for home assistance.
- **MAV (Multisensing Autonomous Vehicle)**: Mobile transport robot for logistics and material handling.
- **NEURA OmniSensor**: Proprietary sensor technology enabling robots to perceive their environment.
- **Neuraverse**: A global platform connecting robots, developers, and partners into a shared intelligence network where every deployment makes each robot smarter. Also serves as a marketplace for robotics applications.
- **NEURA Gyms**: Real-world training facilities where robots learn complex tasks in controlled environments to generate high-quality data for AI model validation.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Total investment >€100 million in 2023; Series C up to $1.4 billion (2025/2026); 2024 revenue in mid-double-digit million euros; 2025 target: triple-digit million euros
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Lingotto Investment Management, BlueCrest Capital Management, InterAlpen Partners, Vsquared Ventures, HV Capital, Delta Electronics, C4 Ventures, Primepulse, L-Bank, Volvo Cars Tech Fund. Strategic partners include Qualcomm, Bosch, Schaeffler, NVIDIA, and AWS.
- **Growth Signals**: Over 1,400 employees from more than 45 countries (up from 300+ in 2024). Four of the world's ten largest robotics companies use NEURA's technology under their own brand. Deployed across Europe, US, China, and Japan. Europe's first production-ready humanoid robot (4NE1) launched.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Full vertical integration**: Develops all software, hardware, and platform technologies in-house, giving full control over performance, safety, and reliability.
- **Cognitive robotics pioneer**: Coined the term "cognitive robotics" — robots that perceive, learn, and adapt in real-time, unlike traditional industrial robots.
- **Neuraverse platform**: World's first platform connecting cognitive robots into a shared intelligence network, creating a data moat as every deployment improves all robots.
- **White-label partnerships**: Four of the top 10 global robotics companies OEM NEURA's technology, creating deep industry lock-in.
- **Diverse product range**: From collaborative robot arms (MAiRA, LARA) to humanoids (4NE1, MiPA) and autonomous vehicles (MAV), covering industrial, service, and household use cases.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scaling production**: Rapidly scaling robot production to meet growing demand, with Europe's first production-ready humanoid robot.
- **Expanding the Neuraverse**: Building the world's largest repository of real-world robotics data through shared learning across all deployed robots.
- **Global expansion**: Establishing US operations and strengthening presence in Japan and China.
- **B2B platform strategy**: Moving beyond hardware to become a platform company via the Neuraverse marketplace and NEURA Gyms.
- **Partnership ecosystem**: Deepening relationships with strategic partners like Bosch, Schaeffler, Qualcomm, NVIDIA, and AWS.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: "Passion for Winning" — achievement-driven, self-responsible culture with flat hierarchies. Values include trust, honesty, speed, and "We Are Human" (people at the heart of everything).
- **Flexibility**: Flexible working hours, 30 days of vacation, and a hybrid-friendly environment.
- **Team**: Over 1,400 employees from more than 45 countries — highly skilled, international team of experts.
- **Growth & Development**: Support for personal and professional growth via Udemy training platform and more.
- **Compensation**: Competitive salary package with exclusive employee discounts.
- **Perks**: Summer parties, company town hall meetings, and regular team celebrations.
- **Impact**: Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cognitive robotics and AI that directly addresses labor shortages and makes a meaningful societal impact.
- **Diversity**: Explicitly welcomes applications from all backgrounds, emphasizing building a team that reflects the world.
- **Application Process**: Fast — initial feedback within a few days, interviews scheduled within two weeks.

## Sources
1. [neura-robotics.com](https://neura-robotics.com/)
2. [press.neura-robotics.com](https://press.neura-robotics.com/factsheet-neura-robotics-en/)
3. [neura-robotics.com/company-about-us](https://neura-robotics.com/company-about-us/)
4. [jobs.neura-robotics.com](https://jobs.neura-robotics.com/)
5. [neura-robotics.com/press](https://neura-robotics.com/press/)

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