Software Engineer - Validation

Harmattan AI

ABOUT US Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces. Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected. About the Role As Validation Engineer, you will play a critical role in validating the performance, reliability, and operational readiness of our autonomous defense systems. You will lead test campaigns on our own systems to inform internal development and maintain a competitive edge. Responsibilities * System Testing: Plan and execute validation & verification of defense systems (drone, payload...) in simulated and real-world conditions. * Flight Test Campaigns: Design and conduct rigorous test for new features, hardware configurations, and software releases. * Test Protocols: Define, document, and refine structured test procedures. * Data Analysis: Capture and interpret telemetry, logs, and test outcomes to assess system behavior and recommend design improvements hand-in-hand with the R&D. * Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with hardware, software, and systems teams to support debugging and iteration based on test outcomes. Candidate Requirements * 2–5 years of experience in validation on aerospace or robotic systems, or embedded robotics. * Solid understanding of methodology for rigorous testing and validation of technical system * Wide engineering culture around flight dynamics, control systems, avionics, and/or RF systems. * Comfortable designing and executing structured test protocols. * Experience with DVT/PVT phases and environmental testing methodologies. * Strong statistical analysis skills to interpret test data and validate reliability. * Bonus: Pilot certification, experience with military or industrial drone platforms. * Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and organizational skills. * Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward success. Location and Commitments * Contract Type: Permanent contract * Work Schedule: Full-time * Availability: ASAP * Location: Lausanne We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI. We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.

Harmattan AI

ABOUT US Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces. Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected. About the Role As a Chief Engineer, you will own the architecture, system definition and implementation of one of our robotic systems — from concept to field deployment. You will work hand-in-hand with project managers and technical leads to translate mission needs into system-level designs, coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, and ensure overall system performance, robustness, and reliability. Responsibilities * System Architecture: Transform system requirements into architectures solutions. * Technical Coordination: Lead cross-functional design across mechanical, electrical, software, GNC, and ML teams. * Trade-Off & Design Analysis: Conduct feasibility studies, trade-off analyses, and system-level simulations to guide technical choices. * Integration & Validation: Oversee system integration, prototyping, and validation, ensuring performance targets are achieved. * System Reviews: Drive design and architecture reviews, maintaining consistency between requirements, design, and testing. * Continuous Improvement: Implement processes to enhance requirements traceability, system documentation, and validation workflows. Candidate Requirements * 10+ years of experience in system engineering within robotics, aerospace, or defense sectors. * MSc in Engineering (any field); PhD is a plus. * Proven experience leading full system lifecycles (concept → prototype → validation). * Strong background in system architecture, requirements engineering, and trade-off analysis. * Broad engineering culture with understanding of mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems. * Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing technical interfaces. * Rigorous, structured, and mission-driven mindset with strong analytical skills. * Excellent communication and documentation abilities. * Bonus: Experience with UAS or defense systems. We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.

Harmattan AI

ABOUT US Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces. Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected. ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a Computer Vision Engineer to contribute to the development of the front-end of our visual inertial odometry (VIO) algorithmic stack. RESPONSIBILITIES * VIO Front-end Algorithm development: * Matching between frames and stereo pairs * Calibration of cameras intrinsic and extrinsic parameters * Detection of obstruction * Implementation and optimization of the algorithmic stack for our embedded platforms * Testing, Validation & Monitoring: algorithms testing in simulation and real-world environments, development of inspection and monitoring tools.. * Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with system engineers, optical engineers, software engineers. Communicate findings effectively to stakeholders. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS * Educational Background: Master’s degree in Robotics, Physics, Computer Science or related field, PhD is a plus * Technical Expertise: Strong mathematical foundations, coding skills in both Python and C++ * Hands-on VIO project experience. Experience with VIO on industrial products is a huge plus. * Passion for Computer Vision and Robotics * Strong Communication & Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams * Commitment: 100% dedication to Harmattan’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence. We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.