RobCo designs, develops, and deploys smart modular robot solutions, providing software, hardware, and integration from a single source. Their autonomous and AI-based automation solutions are tailored…
RobCo designs, develops, and deploys smart modular robot solutions, providing software, hardware, and integration from a single source. Their autonomous and AI-based automation solutions are tailored…
Product: Modular AI-driven industrial robots + RobCo Studio software (RaaS)
Employees: ~160
Total funding (reported): ≈ $61M (as of Feb 2024); later reported $100M Series C (Jan 2026)
Key markets: Manufacturing, logistics, food & beverage, automotive, wood, defense; Europe & U.S.
Company Overview
Problem Domain
Industrial automation and robotics for small/medium industrial customers and larger manufacturers seeking flexible, AI-driven automation.
Founded
2020
Industry
DeepTech
Funding Track Record
Series A- 2022-12-11
≈ €13M (~$13.8M)
Reported December 2022 Series A to bring modular robotics to SMBs.
Series B- 2024-02-26
$42.5M (reported)
Reported Feb 2024 round bringing total raised to about $61M.
Series C- 2026-01-29
$100M (reported)
Reported January 2026 growth round to scale and expand into the U.S.
Investor Signal
“Backed by prominent venture investors including Sequoia Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Kindred Capital, Promus Ventures, Freigeist Capital, Interface Capital, Daniel Dines, and others across rounds.”
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About the Role at RobCo
At RobCo, we develop AI-powered robotic systems that make industrial processes more autonomous, efficient, and scalable. Our Autonomous Manufacturing Platform combines modular industrial hardware with physical AI, enabling rapid deployment and continuous optimization in real production environments.
With locations in Munich, San Francisco, and Austin, and backed by leading investors such as Lightspeed, Lingotto Innovation, and Sequoia, we are working to redefine industrial automation.
At RobCo, we automate the ordinary, so humans can do the extraordinary. To achieve this, we are looking for an ambitious
General Counsel (m/f/d
) to help us establish RobCo as leading provider of automation solutions.
This is a founding legal leadership role. As General Counsel, you will be RobCo's first in-house legal counsel, reporting directly to the CFO with a dotted line to the CEO. You will build a lean, high-leverage legal team from scratch and establish the internal legal operating model that supports a fast-moving, internationally distributed robotics company.
This role is for a builder. You are comfortable operating without a playbook, confident in both German and US legal frameworks, and eager to use AI tooling to punch above your weight. You will own end-to-end legal across commercial, corporate, employment, and compliance, while managing a curated panel of external counsel on specialised matters.
Your Responsibilities
We're looking for someone who:
Is a qualified lawyer admitted to practice in Germany (dual qualification in US is a strong plus)
Has 7 to 12 years of experience spanning in-house and top-tier law firm backgrounds, with meaningful exposure to technology, deep-tech, or industrials
Is fluent in both German and English (written and spoken) with the ability to draft and negotiate in both languages
Has hands-on experience with enterprise B2B commercial contracting, including SaaS, hardware, or Robotics-as-a-service models for customers and partners
Has strong command of German corporate law (GmbH-Gesetz, HGB, Arbeitsrecht) and acumen of the US commercial law
Nice to haves:
Prior experience as sole in-house counsel or first GC at a scale-up or venture-backed company
Familiarity with ASC 606 / IFRS 15 revenue recognition principles as they apply to contract structuring
Working knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP reporting frameworks, enabling effective collaboration with Finance on deal structuring, contract terms, and financial close processes
Experience supporting Series C/D fundraising rounds, including term sheet review and investor documentation
Fluent with AI-assisted legal tooling (e.g., contract review automation, legal research tools) and a proactive stance toward embedding these in daily workflows
Exposure to robotics, automation, manufacturing, or physical AI industries
Why join RobCo?
Develop modular, software-defined robotics solutions with us that set new standards in automation.
Help us build robots equipped with state-of-the-art AI that perceive their environment, analyze data, and make intelligent decisions in real time.
As part of a very dynamic and fast-growing scale-up, you will take on responsibility from day one, drive your own projects, and see the direct impact of your work.
Flat hierarchies, open communication, and regular 360° feedback enable fast decisions and support your professional and personal development.
Work out across Germany in over 7,200 studios with our subsidized Wellpass membership.
Flexible working hours, a modern office, and—depending on the role—the option to work from home.
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Build and Lead the Legal Function
Build a lean, scalable legal function covering EU and US jurisdictions
Define the external counsel strategy, covering, briefing, and managing specialized firms on IP, regulatory, M&A, and litigation matters
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, CFO, and Management Team on legal risk, governance, and strategic matters
Deal Desk & Commercial Contracts
Build and own RobCo's deal desk function, covering contract templates, playbooks, negotiation guardrails, and escalation protocols
Review, negotiate, and close enterprise customer contracts across DACH and US markets, including RaaS agreements, pilots, and framework agreements
Advise the CRO and Sales team on deal structure, liability exposure, IP ownership, data handling, and SLA terms
Support revenue recognition alignment on complex hardware and software contract structures (milestones, multi-element arrangements, non-binding letters of intent)
Corporate & Entity Structuring
Oversee RobCo's legal entity structure across Germany and the US, advising on intercompany arrangements, transfer pricing, and future international expansion
Support governance matters including Board resolutions, powers of attorney (Handlungsvollmacht / Prokura), and shareholder agreements
Lead or support M&A, fundraising, and investor transactions alongside the CFO and external counsel
Employment & HR Legal
Draft, review, and maintain employment contracts, offer letters, and severance agreements compliant with German labor law and applicable US state law
Advise on Betriebsart matters, German works council obligations, and cross-border employment structuring Partner with People/HR on equity documentation, immigration matters, and workforce policy
Compliance, IP & Regulatory
Own GDPR and data privacy compliance across EU and US operations, including DPAs, privacy notices, and data transfer mechanisms
Manage RobCo's IP portfolio (patents, trademarks, trade secrets) and ensure appropriate protections are embedded in commercial agreements
Monitor and advise on AI and robotics-specific regulatory developments in the EU (AI Act, Machinery Regulation) and US markets
Regular team events - from relaxed beer & pizza nights on the rooftop terrace to shared experiences on ski trips or at Oktoberfest.
