Strategic Technical Associate

Sereact

Who We Are We build the intelligence that lets robots sense, reason, and act in the real world—moving beyond the lab and into everyday industrial settings like warehouses and factories. Our technology closes the automation gaps that traditional systems can't solve. We are on a mission to redefine how physical work gets done, and we're looking for curious, bold thinkers to help shape the future of robotics with us. Overview As Sereact scales, the visibility of our technological vision and the efficiency of our leadership team become key strategic advantages. We are looking for a Founders Associate to our CTO, Marc Tuscher, to act as his right hand. Your mission is twofold: positioning Marc as a leading voice in the "Embodied AI" space and mastering the operational daily business of the CTO office. This is a true "zero-to-one" mandate: you will work at the intersection of technology, branding, and operations, directly impacting the company’s growth and public perception. Your Responsibilities: Founder Branding & Communication * Content Creation: Working closely with the Marketing team, you prepare Marc’s keynotes, guest articles, and interviews to communicate his vision of the future of robotics. * Network Management: You assist in building and maintaining relationships with other tech founders, industry experts, and key stakeholders. Organization & Executive Support * Calendar & Inbox Management: You proactively manage Marc’s schedule and email traffic, setting priorities and ensuring his time is optimized for high-leverage strategic topics. * Meeting Preparation: You prepare briefing documents for important meetings, draft agendas, and ensure the diligent follow-up of action items. Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives * Taking full ownership of mission-critical ad-hoc projects, ranging from deep-dives into emerging tech trends to the preparation of Board-level materials. * Evaluating and facilitating strategic technical partnerships to ensure our ecosystem remains at the forefront of the industry. Education & Experience * Degree (Bachelor or Master) in Business Administration, Communications, Computer Science, or a related field. * Initial practical experience (internships or working student roles) in a fast-paced environment such as a startup, management consulting, or PR/Social Media management. * A strong interest in technology and the ability to translate complex technical concepts (AI, Robotics) into compelling narratives. Soft Skills * Builder’s Mindset: You take high levels of ownership and enjoy building processes from scratch. * Hustle & Execution: You are pragmatic and move fast without losing sight of quality—a "get shit done" mentality is essential. * Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and German. * Organizational Talent: You stay calm under pressure and work in a highly structured and precise manner. Our interview plan: 1. Application 2. Take‑home assignment: A short structuring case with clear instructions and a deadline—size a facility for a hypothetical asset pool, propose a structure, flag the key risks. 3. Cultural fit interview (40 min): A conversation about how you work, what motivates you, and what you're looking for. Expect CV highlights, your "why," and time for your questions. 4. Interview with our CTO, Marc Tuscher (30 min): A deep dive into the technological vision and how you will collaborate in the CTO office. 5. On‑site visit: Meet the team at our Stuttgart office and collaborate on a real-world challenge similar to the work you’d do here. What We Offer: * Direct exposure to Founders, Board, and international Tier 1 investors * A genuine zero-to-one mandate in one of Europe’s most innovative AI-robotics companies. * Wellpass (gym membership) * Flexible working hours * A motivated team and an open corporate culture * Competitive compensation and excellent opportunities for development

STARK

ABOUT US STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective. We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems—not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies to deter aggression—today. ABOUT THE TEAM Minerva is STARK’s command‑and‑control software — the system that connects operators to autonomous platforms across multiple domains in real time. Our team is a small, senior group based in Berlin and Munich, working closely with hardware, autonomy, and systems engineering to deliver mission‑critical C2 capabilities deployed in active operational environments. We operate under constraints most engineers never encounter: low‑bandwidth networks, air‑gapped devices, and high‑stakes decision loops. Everything we build ends up in the hands of real operators in the field. YOUR MISSION This is not a standard engineering role; it is a high‑impact leadership position at the intersection of hardware, software, and human factors. We have world‑class architects leading separate workstreams across C2, Perception, and Autonomy. As Head of Software Architecture, your mission is to lead, align, and govern these architectural workstreams under a unified, delivery-focused engineering strategy that results in concrete artifacts, architecture diagrams, and actionable software components. You will set the architectural direction for STARK’s software ecosystem, ensure coherence across domains, and provide the systems‑engineering rigor required to meet the complex requirements of our customers. You will not only unify architecture - you will own it. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. ARCHITECTURAL ALIGNMENT & LEADERSHIP * Software System Engineering — You will act as the System Engineer on the software side, responsible for defining the V-Model process, leading requirements engineering, and directing V&V planning. * Cross‑Platform Alignment — You will guide stakeholders toward common architectural solutions adopted across the product portfolio. * Conflict Resolution & Consensus Building — You will identify conflicts between hardware and software, synthesizing input from experts to drive alignment across C2, Perception, Autonomy, and Embedded. * Organizational Architecture — You will design communication pathways and collaboration patterns that ensure architectural integrity drives effective organizational structure (Conway’s Law). 2. STRATEGIC TECHNICAL GOVERNANCE * Safety‑by‑Design Leadership — Champion Modern C++ Safety Guidelines (MISRA) and mentor teams on building reliable, safety‑critical systems. * Software Interface Governance — Define and govern the software interfaces across the stack, ensuring architectural integrity and interoperability within the software ecosystem. * Operational Reliability — Ensure that changes in autopilot firmware, mission planning, and perception stacks never break operational workflows. * Compliance & QA Excellence — Lead V-Model enforcement, V&V, and QA (ISTQB) processes. Own technical compliance (IEC 61508, ISO 27001, AQAP, DeumilSAA, Cyber Sec Essentials, STANAGs, DEFSTAN) and manage all associated audit documentation. 3. MENTORSHIP & ORGANIZATIONAL INFLUENCE * Influence‑Based Leadership & Change Management — Run design reviews that empower teams while guiding architecture through scaling refactors and managing technical debt. * Architect Development — Mentor senior software engineers and architects, helping them grow into cross‑domain leaders. * Cultural Stewardship — Shape a culture that values clarity, safety, and mission‑driven engineering. * LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY — HEAD THE SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE AND DIRECTLY LEAD A DEDICATED V&V AND QA TEAM. THE TECH LANDSCAPE * Technical Curiosity — You will earn the respect of domain experts across mission planningautonomy, perception, embedded, and systems engineering. * Data‑Flow Understanding — You will understand how data moves from onboard sensors over constrained radio links (MAVLink/Silvus) to ground‑station systems (C++). * C++ Leadership — You will reinforce C++ as the core language, emphasizing safety and standardization. * SWaP‑C Awareness — You will intuitively understand how software decisions impact hardware endurance, performance, and cost. QUALIFICATIONS * Senior Architectural Experience — 10+ years in Principal, Staff+, or equivalent architectural roles. * Cross‑Team Leadership — Proven experience leading architecture across multiple engineering teams. * Domain Expertise — Background in aerospace, defence, robotics, or complex hardware/software systems. * Communication Excellence — Ability to influence without authority and communicate across technical domains. * Systems Thinking — Ability to break down complex, cross‑domain challenges into coherent solutions. * Security Eligibility — Ability to obtain appropriate security clearance. * Background in Aerospace, Defense, Robotics or complex Hardware/Software systems. * Proven experience acting as an architect across multiple engineering teams  * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Security: Due to the nature of our work, candidates must be eligible to obtain appropriate security clearance. * Why Join STARK? * Impact: You are defining the nervous system of next-generation defense. Your decisions determine the lethality and survivability of our platforms. * Autonomy: You are the technical authority connecting the "Sky" (Drones) to the "Ground" (C2). * Growth: Lead the technical strategy for a rapidly expanding portfolio of air and sea systems.

Celsus Engineering AB

About the Role As a Global Regulatory Specialist, you will join our Quality & Regulatory Affairs team to help ensure our medical devices and mounting systems meet global regulatory requirements. Please note: This is a hybrid role with 1–3 days per week onsite at our Stockholm office in Östermalm, especially during onboarding. Occasional international travel (10–20%) may be required and will be communicated in advance. In this role you will: Streamline regulatory processes and set a roadmap in collaboration Product & Development, QA, and Operations teams. Coordinate with internal and external auditors to support audit readiness. Review device classifications and regulatory challenges across markets. Maintain and update technical documentation (Annex II & III) and declarations of conformity, including EU Declaration of Conformity, in alignment with the associated technical documentation. Coordinate establishment of registrations and device listings with the FDA, Authorized Representatives, and Importers/Distributors. Support product registrations and market access activities (EU MDR Class I, FDA 510(k)-exempt Class II). Monitor regulatory changes and communicate implications to relevant teams. What We’re Looking For We are looking for a structured and collaborative regulatory professional who enjoys solving problems with a logical approach, works autonomously while contributing to strategic initiatives, and thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. We’re looking for a detail-oriented and analytical professional with: A bachelor’s degree in Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, Electrical-Electronics or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in medical device regulatory affairs with hands-on experience with EU MDR (Class I) and FDA QSR. Experience with regulatory systems, document control tools, and QMS platforms and exposure to technical documentation, internal and external audits for regulatory compliance Strong organization, coordination and communication skills to engage auditors and communicating with stakeholders across functions and levels. Ability to break down complex regulatory topics clearly for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proficiency in both spoken and written communication in English. Ideal candidates will bring: Familiarity with embedded systems and experience with IEC 62304. Experience with EU MDR (Class II/III).