Apera's new partner in innovation We are now collaborating with an exciting deep tech defence company whose solutions are not only technologically impressive, they are mission critical. This fast-paced start-up develop advanced unmanned ground vehicles and sensor systems in the European defence space and with big growth plans, we are excited to support them with Freelance Robotics Software Lead! What you'll do: Design modular, scalable robotic software systems Develop & integrate sensor, actuator, and comms (CAN, Ethernet, wireless) solutions Define secure communication protocols Collaborate with hardware/software teams for seamless integration What you bring: Strong C++ skills & ROS experience Deep understanding of robotics, real-time systems, and security Experience with communication protocols & embedded systems Passion for innovation and solving real-world challenges Fluent in English (German is a plus) If the above suits your background, please apply with your latest CV.