Zurich, Switzerland | on-site | starting  ~July 2025

We are looking for a hands-on Electrical Engineer to join our team and actively contribute to the development of our advanced robotic systems for confined and complex environments.
We’re a young and dynamic team, and your role will be broad and impactful  – from electronics design and prototyping to testing and integration. You’ll work side by side with the founding team to shape our technology, company, and culture.

At RoBoa, you’ll grow with the company and take on real responsibility from day one. You’ll gain deep insights into building robotics systems that solve meaningful challenges in industrial infrastructure. If you’re looking for variety, ownership, and a team where your work makes a difference, this is for you!
As an ideal candidate, you will be highly motivated, eager to work on a challenging deep-tech topic with real-world impact, capable of working autonomously and in small teams, and have a strong desire to design and deploy real-world systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and program electronic systems and PCBs for our robots.
• Build and assemble functional electronics modules and support small-scale production runs.
• Conduct lab and field testing of electronics and provide feedback to refine functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with robotics, mechanical, and software engineers.
• Stay up to date with the latest tools and trends in embedded electronics and robotics and propose innovative ideas.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Strong motivation and goal-oriented working attitude.
• Comfortable working independently and in small teams, and willing to take responsibility.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field plus a strong practical experience.
• Experience in PCB, electronic design, and C/C++ programming from curricular or extracurricular projects.
• Proficiency with tools like KiCad or similar.
• Fluent English speaker.

Great to have

• Experience with embedded systems and low-level programming.
• Hands-on experience with soldering and mechanical integration.
• Interest or background in robotics or automation.
• Familiarity with CAD and system-level design.
• Experiences in Python, ROS, and Linux-based systems.

What we offer

• Direct collaboration with the founders and the chance to actively shape our product and company.
• Opportunity to grow into a core role in an early-stage robotics startup.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Exposure to real-world deployments and pilot customers.
• A team culture focused on technical excellence, openness, and shared ownership.
• Regular joint team activities including team dinners and surprise events.

How to apply

Please apply through our online application form and have your cover letter, CV, transcript and/or reference at hand. Applications via email, LinkedIn, or other channels are not accepted.
If you have any questions that hinder you from applying, contact us at hiring@roboa.ch.

If we believe your profile fits the position, we’ll contact you for an initial video interview.
We look forward to hearing from you!