Senior Software Engineer, Test Automation

About Six Robotics

At Six Robotics, we build intelligent software that gives Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) the ability to collaborate, adapt on the fly, and execute missions that were previously impossible. From our base in Oslo, our 70+ experts in defence, software, and AI develop our flagship autonomy and swarm platform used by both government and industry. In close partnership with the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI), we move fast from concept to live deployment, often in the field alongside end users.

We work with advanced hardware and software, a modern tech stack, and missions that demand both technical mastery and operational discipline. Everyone is close to the action, from deep technical problem-solving to field operations. We move fast and value clarity, integrity, and teamwork in everything we do.

At Six Robotics, every person executes with precision, adapts to changing conditions, and strengthens the team. Getting in is hard, and you’ll be challenged every day. But if you have the skill, the discipline, and the drive to push your limits and always be sharpening your blade, you’ll find no better place to deliver real-world impact while collaborating and learning from the best in the field.

About The Role

At Six Robotics, we know that shipping autonomy we can trust takes more than great engineers, it takes a way to prove the system works before it ever reaches the field. You will be part of a team of three engineers building the internal test automation platform behind all hardware-in-the-loop testing of our autonomous systems, and a building block for our automated customer demonstrations. This is the backbone of how we verify that everything we ship actually does what it is supposed to.

You will design and build the platform and test suite that validates everything we ship: a fully automated, Python-based system that test what real operators do in the field. Updating firmware and software, running hardware self-checks, configuring the swarm fleet, takeoff, mission, and return to base, all while injecting failure scenarios and qualifying the outcomes. You enable us to break things in a safe environment, so nothing breaks in the field.

You will help us stress test and verify autonomy end-to-end, at scale, with full CI integration. It is a demanding engineering role with the ownership and creative freedom that comes with building from scratch, and the systems you build will define how we ensure safety, reliability, and performance in the real world. When the platform works well, engineers ship with confidence. When it does not, we find out in the field, and that is exactly what your work exists to prevent.

What You Will Do

• Be part of the development of our internal test automation platform, built on Python and Pytest.
• Build out and scale our HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testing infrastructure, tightly integrated with CI.
• Develop orchestration tools to automate full user workflows, from boot to swarm deployment.
• Design systems to power automated demos for commercial and operational scenarios.
• Enable new hardware into the test platform smoothly and reliably.

What We Are Looking For

This role is ideal for someone who loves building robust, creative systems from scratch, and wants to do it in a domain where quality really matters. You’ll work closely with other software engineering teams and product teams to design systems that unlock speed, scale, and reliability.

You might come from test automation, from a hardware or systems background, or from pure software. What matters is that you care about robustness and you understand why testing is what makes the difference here. The people who thrive in this team treat a strong test system as a product in its own right, not a chore bolted on at the end

We believe the right candidate brings

• Deep proficiency and/or interest in Python and a passion for clean, maintainable software.
• Strong interest in test automation, especially in physical systems or hardware-adjacent environments.
• System thinker, you enjoy building tools that reflect and replicate complex real-world behavior.
• Comfortable with ownership and autonomy in a fast-moving, startup environment.
• Experience or curiosity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Linux, or other infrastructure tooling.
• A mindset that values robustness, repeatability, and real-world validation.

Nice to have:

• Hands-on experience with HIL systems or embedded development environments.
• Fluency in Linux, Docker, and system-level service orchestration.
• Familiarity with networks, distributed systems, or working with custom hardware.
• A personal or professional interest in autonomy, robotics, or safety-critical software.

Why You Should Join

At Six Robotics, we're not just building software - we're redefining how unmanned systems operate in the real world. If you're driven by meaningful problems, technical depth, and the chance to shape something from the ground up, you'll find your place here.

• Work on problems that matter

Our technology helps unlock smarter, safer, and more adaptable UAV operations in defense and industry, solving real challenges with direct, tangible impact.

• Lead the shift in a hardware-dominated space

We're bringing modern AI, autonomy, and scalable software into a field that's long relied on rigid, pre-programmed systems, to change how UAVs are designed, deployed, and managed.

• Build from zero, shape the future

Join early and help define the core systems, tools, and culture of a company that’s still being built - where your ideas, code, and decisions will have a lasting influence.

• Work with purpose, supported by great benefits You'll be part of a mission-driven team that values clarity, integrity, and collaboration, offering competitive pay, equity potential, strong insurance and pension plans, and ongoing learning opportunities.

Our Recruitment Process

We aim to keep our process short and sweet, but also thorough. As a small team, every hire matters, and we can’t afford to get this one wrong.

Here is what to expect:

• Screening interview with one of our recruiters to get to know you better (30 min).
• Meet & Greet with someone from the team to learn more about us (60 min).
• Take-home case assignment, to be solved in your own time, followed by a live coding session and an in-depth interview on the case and the specifics of the role (90 min)
• Final interview and a chance to meet with the management team (45 min).
• Reference check followed by an offer if everything goes well.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Six Robotics, we are committed to creating a workplace built on respect, integrity, and collaboration. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we believe that diversity within our team strengthens both our work and our culture. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and help us build technology that makes a real impact.

Security Clearance Requirement

All employees at Six Robotics are required to undergo a security clearance due to our close collaboration with the Norwegian Armed Forces. While prior clearance is not necessary, the clearance process will be initiated as part of onboarding.