Job Description

About Us

At THEKER, we’re taking on one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century: redefining how physical work gets done in the world.

We are a robotics and AI company building intelligent, adaptable systems that solve problems traditional automation never could. We recently closed the largest robotics Series A in Europe's history, and we're looking for the top 0.01% of talent to take on that mission with us, and build the biggest company in the world.

By joining us, you will have the chance to do the most meaningful work of your life, setting a new standard for industrial automation and driving breakthroughs with global reach, while being surrounded by a focused, talent-dense team that shares this ambition and is here to win.

Your role:

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We’re looking for a Software Robotics Engineer to help build the next generation of robotic and automation solutions. You’ll design, develop, and optimize software components for robotic systems, enabling seamless integration of hardware, software, and AI.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Passion for robotics and automation.
• Willingness to work with Deep Learning technologies.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to reside in or relocate to Barcelona.
• Nice to have: knowledge of Python/C++ or similar, and/or strong academic record with projects (e.g. Formula Student, robotics competitions, personal innovations).

You’ll thrive at THEKER if

• You’re excited by a fast-paced and ambitious environment. The opportunity ahead of us is enormous, and we’re going all in to capture it.
• You want responsibility early on, delivering at world-class standards for leading clients.
• You enjoy experimenting, iterating quickly, and embracing change as part of the learning process.
• You’re open to feedback, collaborative, and enjoy making decisions as a team

Main Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and optimize software for robotic applications, including control systems, automation, and AI integration.
• Collaborate with hardware and mechanical engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
• Create, test, and refine algorithms for robotic behavior, navigation, and performance reliability.
• Contribute to software architecture and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We Offer

• Being part of a fast-growing robotics and AI company with huge ambition, where your career can accelerate alongside us.
• The chance to make a real impact from day one, building robotics solutions with global reach.
• A focused, talent-dense team of passionate innovators who live and breathe robotics.
• An environment where new ideas are encouraged, and your contributions shape both the product and the company.
• 100% on-site work in Barcelona.

What the process looks like

1. Intro call with our Talent Team, 30 minutes.
2. Technical challenge (take-home).
3. Conversation with our technical team.
4. Meet the rest of the team and founders and work together on a live challenge at our offices.

These steps can be completed in 7 days.

Final Observation

We’re committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome all applications regardless of background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or beliefs.