Jobs Lviv, Robotics Engineer

About Farsight Vision:

Farsight Vision develops AI-powered geospatial intelligence solutions for defence and security operations. The platform transforms raw aerial and sensor data into real-time 3D environments, actionable analytics, and AI-assisted operational scenarios, enabling enhanced situational awareness, mission planning, and faster decision-making for both human operators and autonomous systems. We operate at the intersection of geospatial data, computer vision, and defense operations — and if that interests you, read on.

We are looking for a Robotics Engineer to own motion control for our unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) end-to-end — from control theory on paper to a robot that actually moves the way you designed it to. This is not a role for someone who wants control loops handed to them pre-tuned: you will design, implement, and validate them on hardware yourself.
 

Responsibilities:

• Implement navigation and control algorithms for different types of UGVs: differential drive, tracked wheels, Ackermann steering, etc.
• Design and implement control algorithms (PID and beyond) that translate navigation commands into reliable robot motion.
• Own the control stack end-to-end — from algorithm design through tuning and validation on the physical unit.
• Simulate physical driving for different types of wheels and terrains before deploying to hardware.
• Work closely with the Robotics team on actuator and sensor integration, since control quality is only as good as what it’s built on.
• Debug control issues that only show up in the field, not in simulation — this role is hands-on with the physical robot in Lviv.
• Collaborate with the Perception Engineer so control decisions correctly account for obstacle and environment data.
• Propose architecture and design decisions rather than waiting to be handed a fully-scoped ticket: this is a small team building a new capability almost no one in the Ukrainian market has shipped yet.

Requirements:

• Strong mathematical foundation: linear algebra, calculus, and the algorithmic thinking control systems are built on.
• Practical experience with control theory — PID control at minimum, ideally more advanced control approaches.
• Background in robotics, guidance, or navigation systems (e.g., autonomous vehicle guidance, drone terminal guidance, or similar).
• Experience with physics simulators (e.g. Gazebo, NVIDIA Isaac, MATLAB, Simulink), with the ability to simulate dynamic models and verify controller performance before deployment.
• Experience working with sensors such as IMU, LiDAR, etc.
• Knowledge of state estimation and filtering (e.g. Kalman filter, extended Kalman filter, complementary filter).
• Solid programming skills in C++ (and Python for prototyping).
• Good OOP skills — ability to write and design clean code that’s flexible to extend and maintain.
• Comfortable working close to hardware, not purely in a software abstraction layer.
• Upper-Intermediate+ English.

Nice to have:

• Experience with ROS/ROS2
• Path planning algorithms (A*, D*, RRT, etc.)
• Prior work on UAV or UGV guidance/navigation systems
• Defense-tech or military-tech industry exposure
• Embedded systems or hardware-adjacent experience

Security Eligibility:

Our platform is actively used by the Armed Forces in live operations. As an Estonian-Ukrainian defence technology company handling sensitive operational data, we have a responsibility — legal, ethical, and practical — to ensure the integrity of everyone on our team.

All candidates must be able to confirm the following:

Neither you nor your close relatives (parents, spouse, siblings, children) reside in Russia, Belarus, or temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories

You have no regular personal, financial, business, or professional contact with individuals in those territories

You consent to a deeper security verification if the process advances to later stages

If any of the above criteria are not met, please do not proceed with your application.

Why Farsight Vision

We are a startup operating under real-world conditions — our product is in active deployment, and the pace reflects that. We are not a company where you get to run the same experiment three times until it’s elegant — we need someone who wants to see their control loop working on a real robot within weeks, not quarters, and who is motivated by the fact that what you build here gets used, not shelved.

Flexible working hours. Paid vacation and sick leave. Direct access to founders and leadership.

Application Process:

• Apply with your CV and a brief cover letter explaining your interest and relevant experience
• Complete a short practical assignment involving a control/navigation problem drawn from our platform
• Interview with the Recruiter and Lead Robotics Engineer

Swarmer develops software that makes drones autonomous and allows them to operate together, in large, coordinated teams — no pilots needed. Our technology has been battle-tested in Ukraine — the world’s most intense proving ground for drone warfare.

In March 2026, we became the first Ukrainian defense startup to go public on NASDAQ, following a $15M Series A — the largest investment in a Ukrainian defense tech company since the start of the war.

Working at Swarmer means operating at the intersection of engineering rigor and frontline reality. The problems and environments are complex, and the stakes are very real. We built this software to enable democratic nations to defend themselves.

If you are motivated by building resilient systems that matter and by seeing the direct impact of your work, you’ll find purpose here.

Who we’re looking for:

We’re looking for a Senior Robotics & Autonomy Engineer to design, develop, and optimize the onboard autonomy and perception systems for individual drones on our multi-vendor platform.

You’ll work at the intersection of robotics, computer vision, and embedded systems, making sure each drone operates reliably and intelligently in GNSS-denied, EW-contested conditions.

What you’ll do:

• Develop new features in core domains: navigation, flight control, sensor fusion, and photogrammetry.
• Adapt existing algorithms to new challenges, such as new sensor types or path planning with additional constraints.
• Turn R&D algorithms into production-ready solutions: find bottlenecks, handle edge cases gracefully, and make them reliable in the field.
• Optimize onboard performance for latency, power consumption, and data throughput on a real-time, resource-constrained companion computer.
• Build and maintain simulation environments and digital twins, and measurably close the gap between simulation and real flights.
• Support field tests for your features: work with our test-range team, stay available online during flights, and travel to the test site occasionally.

What we need:

• 4+ years in robotics or autonomy engineering, ideally with UAVs or mobile robots.
• Strong Python on Linux. Experience with C/C++ and embedded systems is highly valued.
• Solid grounding in linear algebra, control theory, probability, and numerical methods.
• Hands-on experience with state estimation, path planning, or flight control algorithms.
• Practical knowledge of drone physics.
• PX4, ArduPilot, or another MAVLink flight stack.
• Basic computer vision or photogrammetry.
• Basic electronics: reading schematics, using a multimeter, debugging sensors and power.
• English at B2 level or higher.

Would be an advantage:

• Contributions to PX4 or ArduPilot, or custom firmware changes.
• Airframe integration: sensor calibration, tuning, flight controller setup.
• VIO, visual navigation, or navigation integrity in GNSS-denied conditions.
• Experience in defense or EW-contested environments.
• You’ve built, flown, crashed and debugged your own drones.

What you’ll get:

• A chance to shape the core autonomy and perception systems at the heart of Ukraine’s defense tech ecosystem and its international expansion.
• Fast-paced, high-stakes environment where your contributions yield immediate, tangible impact on the frontline.
• Agile, highly skilled team driven by engineering rigor and mission-critical goals.
• Attractive compensation package including 20 paid vacation days, comprehensive health insurance, and paid sick leave.
• Flexible working arrangements depending on operational and security requirements.
• Benefits of the defense sector (military reservation, etc.).

What the hiring process looks like:

✔️ Recruiter Screen → ✔️ Technical Interview → ✔️ Management Interview → ✔️ Security check → ✔️ Offer

Ready to Apply?

We’re looking for a Control & Autonomy Engineer to join our team and work on cutting-edge robotics and autonomous systems.

You’ll develop control algorithms, work with sensor fusion and multi-sensor data, build simulations, and collaborate with robotics and software engineers to bring real-world autonomous solutions to life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop control-based algorithms and support their testing.
• Work on data analysis and sensor fusion for multi-sensor systems (e.g., IMUs, cameras, magnetometers).
• Build models and simulations to support system development and testing.
• Collaborate with robotics and software engineers on integration with other platforms, modules, and solutions.
• Stay up to date with recent research in control and autonomy, and propose solutions to address product use cases.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in control, robotics, machine learning, or a related field.
• Experience with PID controllers, Kalman filters, and signal processing.
• Practical knowledge of linear algebra.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or a good working knowledge of C++.
• Experience working with Linux-based systems.
• Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, Mathematics, or another STEM field (or equivalent practical experience).

Nice to Have:

• Advanced knowledge of control theory.
• Experience with MATLAB / Simulink for dynamic system modeling and control design.
• Experience with ROS 2, Gazebo, or AirSim.
• Experience with sensor setup and integration.
• Experience with at least one of the following flight controllers: PX4, Betaflight, or ArduPilot.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge embedded products.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Professional growth and learning opportunities.
• Collaborative and engineering-focused culture.