Lead Platform Engineer

What we’re looking for

We're looking for a highly driven Senior Systems Engineer to own the architecture, integration, and evolution of the core software platform underpinning our robotics and defense-grade systems. In this role, you'll work at the intersection of systems engineering, software architecture, and platform integration, focused on Linux-based systems, native build infrastructure, and communication middleware. This is a technical ownership role where you'll ensure complex native-code applications build, deploy, and run reliably across every environment, from development to target hardware.

The day-to-day

Platform ownership: design, maintain, and improve the Linux-based software platform used across robotics and embedded systems projects

Build systems: own and evolve native build systems, dependency management, packaging, and release processes for complex C/C++ and Rust applications

Systems integration: work closely with robotics, embedded, and software engineers on system integration, software architecture, and communication layers

Middleware expertise: develop deep expertise in communication middleware and distributed software architectures, including ROS 2, DDS, and serialization frameworks

Embedded pipelines: support and optimize cross-compilation workflows, embedded Linux environments, and Yocto-based software delivery pipelines

Engineering standards: establish best practices around software integration, testing, artifact management, and release engineering

You should apply if you

Experience: you bring at least 5 years of professional experience in systems engineering, software infrastructure, build engineering, or embedded Linux

Language proficiency: you have strong proficiency in C/C++ and/or Rust, confident working within large native-code codebases

Linux depth: you have a deep practical understanding of modern GNU/Linux systems, including architecture, networking, and performance analysis

Build tooling: you're experienced with modern native build systems such as CMake, Bazel, or Ninja, and dependency management

Middleware knowledge: you have a strong understanding of distributed software systems and communication middleware such as ROS 2 or DDS

Education: you hold a degree in computer science or a related field – or equivalent hands-on experience that speaks louder than the diploma

Nice to haves

Embedded depth: advanced Yocto expertise, including custom layers, recipes, and BSP integration

Real-time systems: experience with real-time Linux systems and performance optimization

Domain exposure: familiarity with defense, aerospace, or other regulated software environments

What we offer

Real impact & ownership: Shape high-tech defense systems and take responsibility from day one.

Mission driven environment: Work on technologies that matter for European security

and sovereignty.

Competitive package: Competitive salary, EGYM Wellpass, corporate benefits, and equity options aligned with role and level.

Deep tech environment: Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge drone technology and real operational use cases.

Grow fast: Steep learning curve for juniors, strategic influence and leadership opportunities for seniors.

Startup mindset meets defence innovation: flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas.

Flexibility: Flexible hours, remote options, and relocation support.

Strong team: International, driven colleagues and a culture built on exchange, trust, and shared success.

About us

Twentyfour Industries is committed to building a fair, inclusive, and high-performance workplace where people from all backgrounds can contribute and thrive. Our team brings together individuals with different perspectives, experiences, and skills to shape the future of European security and technology.

All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnic or social origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable European or national law.

We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the technology and defense sector, including women, people with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds.

We aim to provide a respectful, supportive, and transparent recruitment process. If you require adjustments to take part in our hiring process, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs.

If you share our mission and are motivated to work on challenges with real-world impact, we look forward to your application.