
Quantum Systems is more than just a drone manufacturer. We are an aerial data intelligence company that provides multi-sensor data collection products to government agencies and commercial customers.…

Quantum Systems is more than just a drone manufacturer. We are an aerial data intelligence company that provides multi-sensor data collection products to government agencies and commercial customers.…
Founded: 2015 (Gilching, Germany)
Core product: eVTOL/VTOL uncrewed aerial systems and multi-sensor aerial intelligence
Customer segments: Defense, security, humanitarian, commercial
Recent raise: €160M Series C (May 6, 2025) led by Balderton Capital
Global footprint: Offices in Germany, U.S., Europe, Australia, U.K., Lithuania, Ukraine
Aerial intelligence and data collection for defense, security, humanitarian and commercial operations.
2015
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Reported ~€100M
Reported by secondary sources
€160M
Company announced round with multiple strategic and financial participants
“Includes strategic and defense-sector investors (Hensoldt; Airbus Defense and Space) alongside VCs and corporates (Balderton Capital, Bullhound Capital, HV Capital, Project A, Peter Thiel, DTCP, Omnes Capital, Airbus Ventures, Porsche SE, Notion, LP&E AG)”
To strengthen our software organization, we are looking for you as an Embedded Linux Team Lead who takes ownership of systems that make a real difference in the field. In this role, you provide technical and disciplinary leadership and shape the foundation of our mission-critical platforms.
Your work enables high-performance, robust, and reliable embedded systems designed to operate under demanding real-world conditions. You set technical direction, ensure long-term system stability, and guide complex embedded solutions from initial concept through to operational deployment.
What is your Day to Day Mission:
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What you bring to the team:
Degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a comparable qualification
Several years of experience in embedded Linux development
Strong expertise in:
Linux kernel, device trees, and driver development
Build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot
C/C++ (ideally also shell scripting and Python)
Experience in technical leadership or in a senior/lead engineer role
Structured, solution-oriented working style
Very good English skills (German language skills are a plus)
Why Quantum-Systems:
Our benefits:
About us: Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, public sectors.
Our commitment: We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.
At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.