Founding Design Engineer

Mercura is building AI software to modernize essential industries. Backed by Y Combinator, the company quickly reached $2M in annual recurring revenue in its first year and is targeting $10M ARR by the end of 2026. The team’s mission is to embed AI into core economic sectors, making work more efficient and freeing people to focus on higher-value tasks. Co-founder Lukas brings deep roots in construction, shaping Mercura’s approach to solving slow, manual workflows with technology. Role overview Mercura is looking for a Founding Design Engineer in Munich to define and deliver both the visual and functional aspects of its product. This position partners closely with the Chief Product Officer and engineering team. The focus: create clean, intuitive interfaces for non-technical users and bring those designs to life in production. The work spans customer research, interface design, and hands-on coding. What you will do Meet with customers to understand their needs, then turn those insights into product specifications and interface designs. Prototype quickly using AI tools and code, testing ideas with real users. Design and build user-friendly, AI-powered interfaces that streamline complex B2B workflows. Take ownership of the process from design through production, collaborating with engineers to deliver new features. Requirements 2-5 years of experience as a design engineer, product designer, or frontend engineer, with a portfolio featuring AI and complex B2B SaaS products. Interest in working directly with customers to identify problems and shape solutions. Proficiency with AI tools (such as Lovable, Cursor, Claude) and Figma for rapid design and prototyping. Experience shipping code to production using React, Typescript, and Python. This role combines both design and engineering work.

Join clera as a Founding Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our innovative tech solutions. As a key member of our team, you will work collaboratively to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge technologies that will drive our vision forward. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic startup with a $3M pre-seed funding, located in Munich.

Join Mercura as a Founding Staff Engineer and be a pioneer in shaping our innovative tech solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside a talented team, contributing to the development of cutting-edge products that redefine industry standards. As a founding member, you will play a crucial role in decision-making processes and project direction, ensuring that our engineering practices meet the highest quality standards.

Join us as a Founding Engineer specializing in iOS and Swift at bliro, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our innovative products. We are looking for a passionate engineer who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and is eager to contribute to the development of cutting-edge applications.Your responsibilities will include collaborating with cross-functional teams, designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality iOS applications, and driving the product vision from conception to launch. If you are excited about building impactful technology and have a strong foundation in Swift, we want to hear from you!

About MercuraAt Mercura, we are pioneering AI solutions that serve as the backbone of our economy.With the backing of Y Combinator, we've successfully raised funds in an oversubscribed round at one of the highest valuations in our cohort. As one of the fastest-growing startups in Europe, we've exceeded $2M in annual recurring revenue within our first year. We are on a mission to achieve $10M ARR by the end of 2026 and are seeking dedicated team members eager to contribute to our growth.Our co-founder, Lukas, hails from a family with a rich history in the construction industry, spanning over 115 years. His hands-on experience on construction sites has provided him with deep insights into the slow, manual quoting processes prevalent in the industry.In a world increasingly dominated by AI, we are on a passionate quest to integrate AI into the foundational sectors of our economy—enhancing human expertise and enabling individuals to focus on what only they can do.About the RoleWe are excited to invite our first Product Designer to define the aesthetic, functionality, and user experience of our product. Collaborating closely with our Chief Product Officer and engineering teams, you will design clean, intuitive interfaces that simplify complex B2B workflows for non-technical users. This role entails taking ownership of the entire design process, engaging directly with customers and making pivotal product and UX decisions.Your ResponsibilitiesEngage with customers, understand their needs, lead user research initiatives, and manage the design process from start to finish.Develop prototypes and validate product hypotheses through customer testing.Design intuitive, AI-centric interfaces that streamline complex B2B workflows.Collaborate closely with our engineering team to bring new features to life.Contribute to brand and marketing efforts as needed (website, visuals, presentations).What We're SeekingDemonstrated experience as a product designer with a robust portfolio showcasing complex B2B SaaS workflows.A passion for direct customer interaction to uncover pain points and challenges.Expertise in Figma and familiarity with tools like Lovable, Cursor, etc., for prototyping.Comfort in a fast-paced startup environment and adaptability to changing needs.

About the RoleWe are seeking a talented Founding Sales Manager to be a crucial part of our team, dedicated to introducing Finto to businesses throughout the DACH region. As a member of the founding go-to-market team, your contributions will be instrumental in defining our sales strategies, target clientele, and growth trajectory.Collaborating closely with our CEO, you will establish our sales processes from the ground up—crafting every aspect from the initial outreach to securing signed contracts. This is a unique opportunity where you will not inherit an existing pipeline; instead, you will be responsible for building one from scratch. Your discussions with CFOs and finance leaders will directly inform our product development and strategic direction, engaging with real clients in real scenarios.Our headquarters are situated in Munich, with a strong connection to San Francisco through Y Combinator.Your ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of the entire sales cycle: prospecting, qualification, demonstrations, negotiations, and closing deals.Develop an outbound pipeline from the ground up—identify, research, and engage with target accounts.Conduct discovery calls and product demonstrations alongside the founders, gaining in-depth product knowledge before leading these independently.Refine and enhance our outbound playbook: messaging, sequencing, channel strategy, and ideal customer profile (ICP) refinement.Utilize HubSpot to manage deals—ensure a clean CRM, accurate pipeline, and honest forecasts.Engage directly with prospects' finance teams and CFOs to understand their challenges and integrate Finto into their operational workflows.Provide valuable product and market insights back to the team based on your interactions with prospects.Contribute to shaping our go-to-market strategy as we transition from founder-led sales to a scalable model.What We’re Looking For2–5 years of B2B SaaS sales experience, preferably targeting finance or operations departments.Experience with cold outreach; comfortable using various channels such as phone, email, LinkedIn, and in-person visits.Fluency in German at a native level, as our customers are CFOs and finance leaders within German Mittelstand companies. You need to communicate effectively with them.Strong command of English for internal communications.Background in an early-stage startup or the adaptability to succeed without predefined scripts or extensive support.Structured and disciplined in pipeline management while being flexible enough to adapt when required.A genuine interest in the inner workings of finance operations; a background in accounting is not necessary but a desire to learn is essential.Proficiency with AI tools to enhance your effectiveness; we develop AI solutions for finance teams and expect the same innovative approach from our team members.

Join Our Team as a Founding Marketing ManagerAt comstruct, we are revolutionizing the way construction companies manage their commercial processes by automating the extraction of material data from delivery notes and invoices. Following our successful €12.5M funding round, with backing from prestigious investors like Google Ventures and 20VC, we are poised for remarkable growth and are on the lookout for motivated and ambitious individuals ready to elevate comstruct to new heights.We are proud to serve some of the largest names in the construction industry, including Vinci, but this is just the beginning of our journey.We invite you to become our Founding Marketing Manager, a pivotal role where you will establish our Marketing department and spearhead our successful international Go-To-Market strategy.

Join Us in Advancing Europe's Hypersonic Capability At Hypersonica, we are at the forefront of transforming European defense technology. Our mission is to provide unparalleled speed, resilience, and technological independence, setting a new benchmark in the industry. As a part of our elite, agile team, you will tackle significant challenges and deliver solutions swiftly. In the role of Mechanical Design Engineer, you will not be confined to a traditional role. You will thrive in a talent-rich environment where every member contributes to the company's trajectory. We believe in recruiting a select group of extraordinary individuals who possess extensive technical expertise, sound judgement, and the ability to work independently. We prioritize talent over conventional qualifications. This position addresses a crucial business need, but its evolution will be guided by your unique skills and experiences. If you have accomplished what others deemed impossible or possess an exceptional skill set that defies traditional norms, we encourage you to apply. Your contributions here will play a vital role in enhancing Europe’s technological autonomy.

WHO WE AREAt Proxima Fusion, we are on a transformative journey to revolutionize sustainable energy. Our innovative approach, leveraging the pioneering W7-X stellarator and the latest technological advancements, aims to pave the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.Our efforts in stellarator optimization, powered by state-of-the-art computation and machine learning, are driving us to explore new frontiers in fusion technology. By utilizing high-temperature superconducting magnets, we are unlocking new high-performance design parameters.To seize this monumental opportunity, we are assembling a team of passionate and dedicated individuals who are committed to achieving extraordinary outcomes and radically transforming global technology.WHY JOIN PROXIMA FUSIONEngage with some of the most intricate technological challenges to deliver abundant, safe, and clean energy globally.Collaborate and learn from a distinguished team of accomplished and motivated professionals.Make a significant impact through your work and enjoy the journey.Demonstrate that remarkable achievements are possible in Europe by bringing together top talent.YOUR IMPACTAs a Microwave Design Engineer, you will contribute to the development of millimeter wave hardware that acts as the ignition source for fusion plasma, raising its temperature to over 100 million degrees. Join our team to enhance microwave modeling and play a pivotal role in the thermo-mechanical design of high-power components. Additionally, you will assist in building and testing these microwave RF components in the laboratory before their large-scale installation on our scientific breakeven Alpha stellarator.WHAT YOU WILL DOProvide innovative solutions to complex microwave radiofrequency engineering challenges through collaboration with physicists to ensure component designs adhere to Alpha plasma physics and thermal-mechanical constraints.Develop and evaluate designs from vendors to identify the most efficient approach for delivering power to the stellarator, thereby reducing the input power denominator that limits fusion power plant gain (Q=Pout/Pin) and minimizing costs.

About UsAt Helsing, we are at the forefront of defense technology, dedicated to safeguarding democracies through advanced AI solutions. Our mission is to ensure that open societies retain control over their ethical standards and technological advancements.We hold a deep sense of responsibility towards the development and deployment of powerful technologies, including AI, and we take this commitment seriously.Our team comprises passionate engineers, AI experts, and program managers, all driven by a mission-oriented mindset. We invite skilled individuals to join our European teams to tackle complex and impactful challenges. Our culture is rooted in openness and transparency, fostering constructive discussions about the ethical use of technology in defense.Your RoleAs an Electronics Design Engineer, you will be instrumental in creating innovative designs for the mechanical integration of electronic boards, connectors, and harnesses. Your role is pivotal in delivering robust, scalable, and cost-effective solutions that enhance the performance of Helsing's systems, contributing significantly to our defense capabilities.Daily ResponsibilitiesLead the mechanical design and integration of electronic components for existing and future complex drone products.Develop design and integration concepts for electronic boards, connectors, and harnesses based on comprehensive requirement sets.Create 3D and 2D documentation, ensuring the proper form, fit, and function of components using analytical and simulation tools.Implement the latest design and drawing standards, with a focus on manufacturing considerations.Design robust, scalable, and cost-effective components.Define and conduct validation tests for technical maturity.Produce thorough design documentation in alignment with company guidelines and quality standards.

WHO WE AREAt Proxima Fusion, we are on a transformative journey to reshape the landscape of sustainable energy. Our pioneering approach leverages the innovative W7-X stellarator alongside cutting-edge technology to pave the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.Our commitment to stellarator optimization, bolstered by advanced computation and machine learning, is propelling us beyond conventional boundaries in fusion technology. We are unlocking new performance design points through the use of high-temperature superconducting magnets.To seize this monumental opportunity, we are assembling a team of highly skilled and passionate professionals dedicated to achieving remarkable advancements and radically transforming global technology.WHY JOIN PROXIMA FUSIONEngage with some of the most intricate technological challenges aimed at delivering abundant, safe, and clean energy globally.Collaborate and learn alongside an exceptional group of accomplished and driven individuals.Make significant contributions to your field while enjoying the journey.Demonstrate that extraordinary achievements are possible in Europe by gathering the finest talent.YOUR IMPACTIn this design-centric role, you will guide stellarator design decisions while prioritizing radiological safety. You will collaborate across teams to ensure component designers are informed about relevant nuclear safety implications.You will review existing designs and propose enhancements that improve safety, mitigate potential accident scenarios, and bolster compliance with regulatory standards.Your nuclear analysis will directly influence the design of stellarator demonstrators and pioneering power plants, significantly impacting design safety and paving the way toward regulatory approval.WHAT YOU WILL DOEvaluate designs with a strong focus on nuclear safety.Collaborate with engineering and physics teams early in the design process to ensure safety considerations are integrated into component and system development.Work alongside neutronics experts, material scientists, and manufacturers to establish acceptable impurity levels in materials subjected to intense neutron irradiation.

Join the dynamic team at bliro as a Founding Product Manager (f/m/d). In this pivotal role, you will drive the vision and execution of our product strategy, ensuring alignment with our company goals and customer needs.As a founding member of our product team, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of our offerings, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that resonate with our users.

At Tenstorrent, we are at the forefront of innovative AI technology, transforming performance benchmarks, user experience, and cost-effectiveness. As AI continues to reshape the computing landscape, our solutions are designed to integrate advancements in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our enthusiastic team has successfully developed a high-performance RISC-V CPU from the ground up, driven by a shared passion for AI and a commitment to creating a superior AI platform. We embrace collaboration, curiosity, and the pursuit of challenging problems. As we expand, we invite contributors of all experience levels to join our team.We are seeking a Design Verification Engineer to spearhead verification initiatives for cutting-edge digital designs. In this pivotal role, you will define verification strategies, create sophisticated test environments, mentor fellow engineers, and guarantee comprehensive testing of designs for functionality, performance, and quality. Your contributions will be instrumental in shaping our verification processes for the computational engines that enable the future of AI and high-performance computing.This position is remote, with a base in Munich, Germany.We welcome applications from candidates at various experience levels, and during the interview process, we will evaluate candidates to align offers with their qualifications, which may differ from this posting.

At The Exploration Company, we are pioneering the development of Nyx, a cutting-edge modular and reusable orbital vehicle, designed for potential refueling in space. Our mission is to transport cargo and, in the future, humans safely and efficiently.We are seeking an innovative Composite CAD Design Engineer to contribute to our vision by crafting and refining composite structures for our spacecraft. Mission OverviewIn the role of Composite Design Engineer, you will:Lead the design, modeling, and integration of composite components and assemblies, ensuring they meet performance, manufacturability, and mission compliance.Be instrumental in defining and evolving the vehicle’s composite architecture from initial concept to detailed design and industrialization.Assist in the design and development of the vehicle's metallic components. Key Responsibilities:Composite CAD Modeling: Develop and enhance CAD models for composite structures and subsystems utilizing Siemens NX (experience with Fibersim is a strong plus), including layup definition and ply book creation, ensuring integration with metallic and non-metallic components.Metallic CAD Modeling: Support the design and integration of metallic parts and assemblies, ensuring compatibility with the overall vehicle architecture.Design for Manufacturing: Collaborate with manufacturing and process engineers to create designs that are manufacturable, cost-effective, and compliant with quality standards. Recommend layup sequences, manufacturing processes, and tolerances.Material & Process Selection: Work alongside mechanical engineers to select suitable composite materials (e.g., CFRP, sandwich panels) and processes based on mission environments, thermal and mechanical loads, and supplier capabilities.Analysis Integration: Collaborate with structural and thermal analysts to refine designs based on FEA results, trade-offs, and testing feedback.Documentation & Reviews: Prepare and release technical drawings, ply books, and other design documentation. Participate in design reviews and support the qualification process for composite parts.Configuration & Mass Management: Ensure configuration control of composite models and contribute to mass management across the project.

Join us at mercura as we revolutionize the market with our innovative solutions! We are seeking a passionate and skilled Founding Go-to-Market Engineer to be part of our pioneering team in Munich. In this unique role, you will collaborate closely with our founders to architect and execute our go-to-market strategies, ensuring the successful launch and adoption of our products.Your responsibilities will include developing technical strategies, analyzing market trends, and driving product development to meet customer needs. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of our company from the ground up.

About the RoleWe are seeking a pioneering Forward Deployed Engineer to join our founding team at Finto. In this vital role, you will drive the implementation of our AI-powered automation solutions for some of the world's leading enterprises. As a trusted advisor, you will guide finance teams through the onboarding and integration processes, empowering them to harness AI technology to significantly minimize manual tasks and elevate productivity.This position transcends the traditional customer success role; it is a technical, customer-centric position. You will be focused on accelerating time to value through effective data setup, workflow design, and change management strategies. Collaborating closely with our founders, you will ensure that customers seamlessly integrate AI into their day-to-day operations.Our headquarters is located in Munich, with roots in San Francisco, nurtured through our association with Y Combinator.Your ResponsibilitiesGuide enterprise clients from contract signing through to complete adoption, ensuring successful implementation and long-term scaling.Collaborate with finance teams to optimize critical workflows, embedding AI where it delivers the most significant business impact.Work closely with clients to gain a deep understanding of their ERP systems, data architectures, accounting processes, and key performance indicators.Act as the liaison between clients and our engineering team, capturing requirements, providing product feedback, and identifying unmet needs.Evaluate AI performance using assessments, leveraging a strong proficiency in SQL and experience with complex customer data.Create playbooks, onboarding frameworks, and training materials to establish a scalable approach to customer success.

Join Our Team as a DevOps Engineer!Full-time | Munich | Seed Stage | Equity + SalaryHelp Us Build a Generational CompanyAt Knowlix, we are dedicated to amplifying the productivity of small businesses. Our goal is to establish ourselves as the leading platform for human-AI and AI-to-AI collaboration.Though we are still in the early stages, our vision is expansive. This is a unique opportunity for you to influence a product that will serve millions and redefine an industry.We prioritize speed, frequent shipping, and a commitment to quality. If you are passionate about building, deploying, and scaling innovative solutions with AI, we invite you to join us.Why Choose Knowlix Now?Well-funded seed-stage startup with top-tier investors and seasoned founders.Proven technology with early users experiencing the initial magic.Targeting a substantial market with a transformative product.Be among the first team members, with significant influence and ownership in the company's direction.We believe that speed is a product of focus and iteration.This is more than a job; it's your chance to contribute to a once-in-a-generation company.The RoleIn this position, you will architect, maintain, and enhance our DevOps pipelines utilizing Bitbucket Pipelines and AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, and CodeArtifact. You'll design modular pipeline-as-code workflows with reusable YAML configurations and deploy advanced strategies like canary and blue-green deployments. Collaborating closely with product and engineering teams, you will facilitate progressive delivery through feature toggles and automated rollback triggers.

Join Tacto, a pioneering company revolutionizing strategic procurement in manufacturing with AI-driven software. Our innovative product is rapidly advancing, introducing capabilities that autonomously manage complex tasks and seamlessly engage users for decision-making and results.This evolution necessitates a groundbreaking interface—one that transcends traditional screens, establishing new paradigms for human-AI collaboration. The patterns we create must be built, not merely designed.As a Senior Design Engineer, you will possess a deep understanding of challenges, enabling you to design, construct, and deploy solutions independently. Your contributions will directly enhance our codebase: developing features end-to-end, creating refined interactions, and ensuring that the final product is as aesthetically pleasing as it is functional. You will think like a designer while coding like an engineer, collaborating closely with a compact design team embedded within engineering squads to launch impactful products.Why This Role Is CrucialAt Tacto, we pride ourselves on our rapid engineering velocity. Ideas swiftly transition to production, with AI-assisted development as the norm. This speed is a tremendous asset, but it also presents challenges: the disparity between design and deployment widens, interactions may be overlooked, and attention to detail can falter.We seek an individual who can bridge this gap by engaging directly with the code. Rather than simply maintaining a design system, you will be a creator, delivering high-quality features and enhancing the shared foundations throughout the process. Your passion for detail will elevate the product experience: from transitions and keyboard interactions to edge states and delightful moments.Your ImpactIn this role, you will:Design, Build, and Ship Features Autonomously - Own the entire process from problem identification to design exploration, culminating in production-ready frontend code that users will interact with.Craft Polished Interactions and Experiences - Focus on the finer points that make a product exceptional: transitions, micro-interactions, keyboard behaviors, responsiveness, and accessibility.Prototype Agentic Interactions in Real Code - Develop flows where AI agents present findings, request decisions, and display progress, allowing the team to experience them firsthand.Raise the Quality Floor - Review PRs, engage with feature branches, ensuring that shipped features resonate well with users. As you create, you'll naturally augment the shared UI foundations and component library integral to the team.Bridge Design and Engineering

Join Us in Redefining Drone TechnologyAt SE3 Labs, we are pioneering the future of Spatial AI by merging cutting-edge 3D computer vision with advanced language models, empowering drones to comprehend and navigate the physical world effectively.This groundbreaking technology is set to revolutionize autonomous flight, enhancing operations in construction, infrastructure inspection, and defense sectors.We are on a mission to elevate Spatial AI to new heights with high-performance UAVs capable of independent perception, decision-making, and flight.We are seeking a Drone Software Engineer who is eager to innovate and elevate our flight systems, autonomy, and AI integration.About Our TeamOur dynamic team consists of innovators with extensive expertise in computer vision, robotics, and autonomy. Our founders have collaborated with Elon Musk at Tesla and have led engineering at Nvidia, Bosch, and Artisense.Daniel, our co-founder, currently serves as the President of the European Computer Vision Association. We thrive in a fast-paced environment, staying close to hardware, and developing technology that pushes the boundaries of what is achievable in the physical realm.Our ProgressWe are engaged with defense primes and European defense initiatives, including projects supported by the German Ministry of Defence.Our company is backed by leading European VCs, unicorn founders, and top-tier angel investors.We are currently expanding our reach internationally.Your RoleYou will be responsible for all aspects of flight dynamics, from low-level control loops to high-level AI integration.Collaborate closely with Lukas (CEO) and Simon (CTO) to enhance our drones' stability and intelligence.Rapid prototyping, tuning PIDs, and deploying systems that integrate Spatial AI into flight will be key parts of your role.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and refine real-time flight control and autonomous systems.Integrate our AI framework with ArduPilot and on-board computing platforms.Combine data from cameras, IMUs, and GPS to enhance spatial awareness.Challenge the boundaries of control theory and sensor fusion in real-world applications.QualificationsA robust background in mechatronics, robotics, or electrical/mechanical engineering.Familiarity with ArduPilot, PX4, MAVLink, MAVROS, or comparable frameworks.

About Munich ElectrificationAt Munich Electrification, we are pioneers in the realm of electric and connected mobility, dedicated to propelling the shift toward a sustainable future. We design cutting-edge electronic control units for electric vehicles and stationary storage systems, serving clients around the globe. Our dynamic and diverse team comprises exceptionally talented engineers who are passionate about innovation. As a close-knit group, we recognize the unique contributions of each member and are committed to nurturing their growth according to their individual strengths and aspirations. Our headquarters, complete with a state-of-the-art prototype and testing lab, is located at Heimeranplatz in the vibrant city of Munich.Our core values include:Technological Leadership: We constantly challenge the status quo, innovate rapidly, and anticipate future demands. We embrace calculated risks and learn from our experiences to maintain our competitive edge.Sustainability: We are proactive in fostering change for a greener future, mindful of our impact, and motivating others to contribute to a better world.Team Culture: We believe in creating a joyful work environment that promotes inspiration, celebration, and collaboration across our global workforce.Entrepreneurial Spirit: We welcome change, think ambitiously, and passionately push boundaries.