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Senior Software Engineer
DefSecIntel
<p><strong>Who we are:</strong></p><p>At DefSecIntel Solutions, we protect what matters by building systems that operate where failure is not an option.</p><p>We deliver combat-proven, end-user-driven defence and security solutions for Europe’s border security, defence, and critical infrastructure protection. Our platforms are designed for real operational environments and are already trusted in the field.</p><p>We develop, manufacture, and integrate mobile autonomous surveillance systems, unmanned surface vessels, and counter-UAS solutions, all connected through AI-powered command-and-control.</p><p>With a talented team of 70+ people, DefSecIntel is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with additional manufacturing and maintenance capabilities in Ukraine.</p><p>We work closely with leading international partners including the EU and NATO, and contribute to major defence R&amp;D programmes such as the European Defence Fund.</p><p>Join us to build mission-ready systems for today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges, and help shape the future of Europe’s security.<br><br><span>We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who is excited to build mission-critical robotics software that powers real-world autonomous systems and helps shape the future of defence technology.</span></p><p><strong>What you will be doing</strong>:</p><ul><li><p><span>Design, develop, and improve robotics software using Python, ROS, and C++ where needed</span></p></li><li><p><span>Build software for autonomous systems by integrating sensors, radar technologies, and data processing pipelines</span></p></li><li><p><span>Develop automated tests and validate software in both simulation and on physical hardware</span></p></li><li><p><span>Troubleshoot, optimise, and improve system performance, reliability, and stability</span></p></li><li><p><span>Build and maintain Docker-based development environments and CI/CD pipelines</span></p></li><li><p><span>Collaborate with hardware, software, and product teams to deliver robust, production-ready solutions</span></p></li><li><p><span>Contribute to software architecture, code reviews, and engineering best practices.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></p><ul><li><p><span>Strong Python development experience</span></p></li><li><p><span>Hands-on experience with Docker and CI/CD pipelines</span></p></li><li><p><span>Previous experience with data-driven development</span></p></li><li><p><span>Solid understanding of software engineering best practices, testing, and version control</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience with C++ is a plus</span></p></li><li><p><span>Familiarity with ROS (Robot Operating System) is an advantage</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience working with sensors, radar, IMUs, or other robotics technologies is a bonus</span></p></li><li><p><span>A curious, collaborative engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and building software that performs reliably in real-world environments</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>What we offer</strong>:</p><ul><li><p>Meaningful work that supports our mission to create a safer and more secure world</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to work with a talented team and contribute to the development of innovative technologies and solutions</p></li><li><p>Flexibility in how and where you work, depending on role and project needs</p></li><li><p>Opportunities for professional growth and skills development as the company and projects evolve</p></li><li><p>Recognition for helping grow the team through employee referrals</p></li><li><p>A focus on employee well-being, including access to health- and sports-related benefits</p></li><li><p>Social activities and team events that strengthen collaboration and team spirit</p></li></ul>
Engineering Manager
DefSecIntel
<p><strong>Who we are:</strong></p><p>At DefSecIntel Solutions, we protect what matters by building systems that operate where failure is not an option.</p><p>We deliver combat-proven, end-user-driven defence and security solutions for Europe’s border security, defence, and critical infrastructure protection. Our platforms are designed for real operational environments and are already trusted in the field.</p><p>We develop, manufacture, and integrate mobile autonomous surveillance systems, unmanned surface vessels, and counter-UAS solutions, all connected through AI-powered command-and-control.</p><p>With a talented team of 70+ people, DefSecIntel is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with additional manufacturing and maintenance capabilities in Ukraine.</p><p>We work closely with leading international partners including the EU and NATO, and contribute to major defence R&amp;D programmes such as the European Defence Fund.</p><p>Join us to build mission-ready systems for today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges, and help shape the future of Europe’s security.<br><br><strong>We are looking for an Engineering Manager</strong><span> who combines strong technical expertise with inspiring people leadership to shape the future of our Hardware Engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to build structures, influence technical direction, and make a lasting impact in a fast-growing defence technology company with ambitious goals, a diverse product portfolio, and the freedom to turn your vision into reality.</span></p><p></p><p><strong>What you will be doing</strong>:</p><ul><li><p><span>Collaborate with executive leadership and product management to define company goals and ensure effective execution within engineering</span></p></li><li><p><span>Design, evaluate, and guide architectural direction and cross-team technical solutions, including reviewing and approving technical proposals and key technology decisions while ensuring system reliability, scalability, and long-term sustainability</span></p></li><li><p><span>Promote engineering excellence by establishing best practices, standards, and engineering processes, while balancing innovation, delivery commitments, and technical debt</span></p></li><li><p><span>Lead, mentor, and develop Engineering team members by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, supporting career growth, and strengthening leadership capabilities across teams</span></p></li><li><p><span>Support engineering talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning, while fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and trust-based work environment</span></p></li><li><p><span>Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality, reliable hardware across multiple teams and product areas by monitoring progress, risks, dependencies, and delivery performance</span></p></li><li><p><span>Partner closely with Product, Hardware, and Business Development teams to drive effective cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></p><ul><li><p><span>Proven experience leading engineering/hardware development teams in a complex product environment</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong people leadership skills, with experience in mentoring and building high-performing teams</span></p></li><li><p><span>A solid engineering background in </span>mechanical engineering, electronics, or mechatronics<span>, with with the technical credibility to guide architectural discussions and strategic engineering decisions</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong understanding of engineering development processes, tools, and best practices, with the ability to improve how teams work without becoming a hands-on specialist</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience managing cross-functional collaboration and aligning multiple stakeholders around shared objectives</span></p></li><li><p><span>Ability to balance delivery, innovation, quality, and technical debt in a fast-paced product development environment</span></p></li><li><p><span>Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage both technical teams and senior leadership</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience with full product development lifecycles is highly valued</span></p></li></ul><div><p><span>Experience in defence or regulated industries is not mandatory, but a strong plus.</span></p></div><p></p><p><strong>What we offer</strong>:</p><ul><li><p>Meaningful work that supports our mission to create a safer and more secure world</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to work with a talented team and contribute to the development of innovative technologies and solutions</p></li><li><p>Flexibility in how and where you work, depending on role and project needs</p></li><li><p>Opportunities for professional growth and skills development as the company and projects evolve</p></li><li><p>Recognition for helping grow the team through employee referrals</p></li><li><p>A focus on employee well-being, including access to health- and sports-related benefits</p></li><li><p>Social activities and team events that strengthen collaboration and team spirit</p></li></ul>
Technical Support Engineer
DefSecIntel
<p><strong>Who we are:</strong></p><p>At DefSecIntel Solutions, we protect what matters by building systems that operate where failure is not an option.</p><p>We deliver combat-proven, end-user-driven defence and security solutions for Europe’s border security, defence, and critical infrastructure protection. Our platforms are designed for real operational environments and are already trusted in the field.</p><p>We develop, manufacture, and integrate mobile autonomous surveillance systems, unmanned surface vessels, and counter-UAS solutions, all connected through AI-powered command-and-control.</p><p>With a talented team of 70+ people, DefSecIntel is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with additional manufacturing and maintenance capabilities in Ukraine.</p><p>We work closely with leading international partners including the EU and NATO, and contribute to major defence R&amp;D programmes such as the European Defence Fund.</p><p>Join us to build mission-ready systems for today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges, and help shape the future of Europe’s security.<br><br>We are looking for a Technical Support Engineer <span>to provide daily support to clients and partners, troubleshoot hardware and technical issues, and work closely with the Support, Development, and Business teams to improve our products.</span></p><p><strong>What you will be doing</strong>:</p><ul><li><p><span>Work closely with the Support and Development teams to ensure efficient support for our products</span></p></li><li><p><span>Offer daily assistance to our clients and partners, promptly addressing their questions and concerns via helpdesk</span></p></li><li><p><span>Provide insights and suggestions to the Development and Business teams to improve our products and systems</span></p></li><li><p><span>Engage actively in fieldwork across multiple countries, traveling to various locations while excluding frontline areas in Ukraine</span></p></li><li><p><span>Take charge of troubleshooting hardware products, including cabling, electronic components, and system updates</span></p></li><li><p><span>Apply manual troubleshooting methods to efficiently resolve different technical issues</span></p></li><li><p><span>Document processes, troubleshooting steps and creating tickets</span></p></li></ul><div><p></p></div><p><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></p><ul><li><p><span>Background or previous experience in electronics, technology or IT field</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience with video systems, Python scripts, Linux, hardware integration, installation and/or networks</span></p></li><li><p><span>Readiness to travel to different countries multiple times per quarter</span></p></li><li><p><span>Proficient in English, Russian is a plus</span></p></li><li><p><span>Driving license is a must (category B)</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>What we offer</strong>:</p><ul><li><p>Meaningful work that supports our mission to create a safer and more secure world</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to work with a talented team and contribute to the development of innovative technologies and solutions</p></li><li><p>Flexibility in how and where you work, depending on role and project needs</p></li><li><p>Opportunities for professional growth and skills development as the company and projects evolve</p></li><li><p>Recognition for helping grow the team through employee referrals</p></li><li><p>A focus on employee well-being, including access to health- and sports-related benefits</p></li><li><p>Social activities and team events that strengthen collaboration and team spirit</p></li></ul><p><span>If you do not meet all the requirements but believe you could still excel in this role, we encourage you to apply regardless. We are always eager to engage with individuals who resonate with our mission.</span></p>
DevOps Engineer
DefSecIntel
<h6><strong>Who we are:</strong></h6><p>At DefSecIntel Solutions, we protect what matters by building systems that operate where failure is not an option.</p><p>We deliver combat-proven, end-user-driven defence and security solutions for Europe’s border security, defence, and critical infrastructure protection. Our platforms are designed for real operational environments and are already trusted in the field.</p><p>We develop, manufacture, and integrate mobile autonomous surveillance systems, unmanned surface vessels, and counter-UAS solutions, all connected through AI-powered command-and-control.</p><p>With a talented team of 70+ people, DefSecIntel is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with additional manufacturing and maintenance capabilities in Ukraine.</p><p>We work closely with leading international partners including the EU and NATO, and contribute to major defence R&amp;D programmes such as the European Defence Fund.</p><p>Join us to build mission-ready systems for today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges, and help shape the future of Europe’s security.<br><br>We are looking for a DevOps Engineer to design, build, and maintain DefSecIntel’s cloud and infrastructure ecosystem, ensuring secure, scalable, and reliable operations across software, hardware, and deployment environments.</p><p></p><h6><span><strong>What you will be doing:</strong></span></h6><div><div><ul><li><p><span>Design and manage DefSecIntel’s cloud infrastructure end-to-end</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Own cost optimization, patching, version updates, cybersecurity, and backups</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Set up and guide developers in managing CI/CD pipelines to automate software building, testing, and deployment</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Desing, implement and administer physical (our products) and virtual infrastructure.</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Administer Linux-based servers and database infrastructure for internal and external applications</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Manage network configurations and security best practices</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Continuously monitor system performance and proactively address potential issues before they affect operations</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Implement logging and monitoring solutions to ensure system health and availability</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Deploy and manage applications using Docker for containerized environments</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Manage and maintain development/test environments with emphasis on real hardware setup and integration</span></p></li></ul></div><div><p></p><h6><span><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></span></h6></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Previous professional experience designing and managing cloud services across organization (Azure preferred)</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Hands-on experience with infrastructure automation tools like Ansible, Chef, or Terraform</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Strong track record building CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployments (GitLab preferred)</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Expertise in Docker for containerization and deployment</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Strong Linux administration skills</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in distributed systems</span></p></li></ul></div><div><p></p><p><span><strong>Nice to Haves:</strong></span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Previous professional experience working with physical products, IoT or equivalent</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Previous professional experience working in a data-driven environment</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Experience with orchestration tools like Kubernetes or Docker Swarm</span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span>Experience with networking</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools like Prometheus and Grafana</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Exposure to working with manufacturing or embedded systems environments</span></p></li></ul><p></p><h6><strong>What we offer</strong>:</h6></div></div><ul><li><p>Meaningful work that supports our mission to create a safer and more secure world</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to work with a talented team and contribute to the development of innovative technologies and solutions</p></li><li><p>Flexibility in how and where you work, depending on role and project needs</p></li><li><p>Opportunities for professional growth and skills development as the company and projects evolve</p></li><li><p>Recognition for helping grow the team through employee referrals</p></li><li><p>A focus on employee well-being, including access to health- and sports-related benefits</p></li><li><p>Social activities and team events that strengthen collaboration and team spirit</p></li></ul>
Electrical Engineer
DefSecIntel
<p><strong>Who we are:</strong></p><p>At DefSecIntel Solutions, we protect what matters by building systems that operate where failure is not an option.</p><p>We deliver combat-proven, end-user-driven defence and security solutions for Europe’s border security, defence, and critical infrastructure protection. Our platforms are designed for real operational environments and are already trusted in the field.</p><p>We develop, manufacture, and integrate mobile autonomous surveillance systems, unmanned surface vessels, and counter-UAS solutions, all connected through AI-powered command-and-control.</p><p>With a talented team of 100+ people, DefSecIntel is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, with additional manufacturing and maintenance capabilities in Ukraine.</p><p>We work closely with leading international partners including the EU and NATO, and contribute to major defence R&amp;D programmes such as the European Defence Fund.</p><p>Join us to build mission-ready systems for today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges, and help shape the future of Europe’s security.<br><br><span>We are looking for an Electrical Engineer who will design electrical systems for new products and work closely with other domain engineers to bring concepts into production. In this role, you will also help increase system reliability, reduce costs, and improve manufacturability across our product portfolio.</span></p><p><strong>What you will be doing</strong>:</p><ul><li><p><span>Developing complete electrical systems from concept to production&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Designing electrical solutions and selecting the right hardware components to meet performance and cost goals&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Creating clear, accurate electrical schematics that move concepts toward production&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Building prototypes and leading hands-on testing to validate designs and resolve issues early&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Developing production-ready documentation to support manufacturing, lifecycle management, and user manuals&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Collaborating across disciplines - working closely with mechanical, software, and other domains to ensure integrated solutions that meet overall product requirements&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Interfacing with suppliers and manufacturers: Communicate technical requirements to external partners and evaluate their proposals for technical feasibility</span></p></li></ul><p><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></p><ul><li><p><span>Extensive hands-on experience in a relevant field, with a strong history of delivering production-ready electrical systems&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>A proven track record of independently designing complete electrical systems in relevant applications&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Ability to take a lead role in design work, owning solutions end-to-end from concept and design through testing and delivery&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Solid understanding of electrical system design for in-vehicle environments, including applicable standards and best practices&nbsp;</span></p></li></ul><p><strong>Nice-to-haves:</strong></p><ul><li><p><span>A strong educational background in a relevant field such as electrical engineering, electronics, or mechatronics, along with solid knowledge of key tools and domain fundamentals&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience with military-grade electrical system design and component selection for demanding environments&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p><span>Proven expertise in design for manufacturability, with a track record of translating designs into efficient, scalable production solutions</span></p></li></ul><p><strong>What we offer</strong>:</p><ul><li><p>Meaningful work that supports our mission to create a safer and more secure world</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to work with a talented team and contribute to the development of innovative technologies and solutions</p></li><li><p>Flexibility in how and where you work, depending on role and project needs</p></li><li><p>Opportunities for professional growth and skills development as the company and projects evolve</p></li><li><p>Recognition for helping grow the team through employee referrals</p></li><li><p>A focus on employee well-being, including access to health- and sports-related benefits</p></li><li><p>Social activities and team events that strengthen collaboration and team spirit</p></li></ul><p></p><p>#LI-PL1</p>
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