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Neura Robotics

Safety Programmer (human) at Neura Robotics (Metzingen, Germany / Riederich, Germany)

Neura Robotics· Metzingen, Germany / Riederich, Germany·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

Neura Robotics at a glance

German cognitive-robotics company building humanoid and collaborative robots that see, hear, feel, and learn to work alongside people.

NEURA Robotics designs cognitive robots (humanoids, collaborative arms, and mobile bases) plus the AI and platform that run them, all built in-house. Its flagship 4NE1 humanoid targets industrial workflows and everyday assistance, and the Neuraverse platform links deployed robots into a shared learning network.

~$1.7B+ raised · latest: Series C · up to $1.4B · June 2026 · backed by Tether, Amazon, NVIDIA, Qualcomm

Job description

At the heart of product innovation and development, our Systems Engineering Department transforms market demands into safe, certifiable, and competitive solutions and architectures. By collaborating closely with software, hardware, safety, and certification teams, we ensure every product meets the highest standards while adapting to fast-evolving market needs. Our mission is to enable seamless human-robot collaboration and deliver solutions that are safe, compliant, and ready for the future. Join us to shape the next generation of human-robot systems by owning system-level requirements, integration, and alignment, with architectural responsibilities as needed. If you thrive in cross-functional teamwork and technical excellence, you’ll find extraordinary opportunities with us.

Your Mission & Challenges

  • Program Safety Logic: Develop, test, and troubleshoot safety-related control logic using PLC programming per IEC 61131-3 (Structured Text, Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram) on established automation platforms
  • Integrate Safety Networks: Implement and commission industrial communication and safety networks (EtherCAT, PROFINET, FSoE, PROFIsafe, CIP Safety) together with I/O systems, fieldbus communication, sensors, actuators, and servo/motion control interfaces
  • Apply Robotics Fundamentals: Support robot integration by applying coordinate systems, Tool Center Point (TCP), and joint/Cartesian motion concepts, with exposure to industrial or collaborative robot kinematics and dynamics
  • Commission & Validate: Commission, debug, and validate machine safety functions in line with ISO 13849, IEC 62061, and IEC 61508, ensuring safety-critical software is properly verified
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Use Python, C++, and Git within cross-functional automation and robotics teams, contributing analysis, troubleshooting, and clear documentation

What We Can Look Forward To (Core Competencies)

  • Education: Degree (or currently pursuing one) in Automation, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Core Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with PLC programming per IEC 61131-3 (ST, LD, FBD) on at least one automation platform; ability to develop, test, and troubleshoot safety-related control logic; understanding of industrial communication and safety networks (EtherCAT, PROFINET, FSoE, PROFIsafe, CIP Safety) as well as I/O systems, fieldbus communication, sensors/actuators, and motion control/servo drives
  • Robotics Fundamentals: Basic understanding of coordinate systems, Tool Center Point (TCP), and joint/Cartesian motion; knowledge of robot kinematics and dynamics and exposure to industrial or collaborative robots is preferred
  • Programming & Development Tools: Proficiency in Python for scripting, testing, automation, or data analysis; C++ knowledge is a plus; experience with version control systems such as Git
  • Additional Preferred Skills: Awareness of functional safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 62061, IEC 61508); experience in commissioning, debugging, and validating machine safety functions; strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams with good communication and documentation skills

Why work at Neura Robotics

  • 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.

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