Hardware Network Engineer

What we do (and why it matters):

Swarmer develops software that makes drones autonomous and allows them to operate together, in large teams, without pilots required. Our technology has been battle-tested across 100,000+ combat missions in Ukraine — the world's most intense proving ground for drone warfare. We just closed a $15M Series A (the largest investment in Ukrainian defense tech since the war began) and we're scaling operations to serve NATO-aligned nations.

This isn't theoretical. This is software that's being used right now to save lives and defend democracy.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for an Hardware Network Engineer (MESH) to design, build, and optimize the networking layer that powers our autonomy platform.

This role blends embedded systems expertise with advanced networking — ensuring our radios, MESH protocols, and routing logic are secure, resilient, and seamlessly integrated with our autonomy stack. You’ll work at the intersection of hardware and software, enabling reliable communication across swarming drones and distributed autonomous systems.

What you’ll do:

• Design, implement, and optimize embedded networking solutions with a strong focus on MESH networking protocols (802.11s, BATMAN, OLSR, etc.) for distributed autonomous systems.

• Develop and test embedded hardware/software integrations for radios, single-board computers, and networking modules.

• Configure, tune, and validate wireless MESH communication stacks to ensure low-latency, resilient links in contested or unstable environments.

• Troubleshoot and debug link reliability, interference, and routing issues across multi-node MESH topologies.

• Maintain and update networking firmware, drivers, and protocol stacks to ensure security, performance, and scalability.

• Contribute to resilience and security hardening of communication channels against jamming, spoofing, or interception.

• Collaborate closely with autonomy, DevOps, and security teams to integrate the networking layer into the overall swarm platform.

What you’ll get:

• A chance to design and secure the physical backbone of our autonomy platform at the heart of Ukraine’s defense tech ecosystem and its international expansion.

• Direct impact in a high-stakes industry where reliable network hardware decisions have real-world consequences.

• Professional growth through exposure to cutting-edge autonomous systems and international best practices in hardware and network engineering.

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (insurance, paid sick leave, 20 paid days off per year).

• Flexible remote work options where possible.

How’s the hiring process going:

✔️Intro Call with TA Specialist → ✔️Technical Interview → ✔️Management Interview → ✔️Final interview → ✔️Offer

Please note that, as a leading defense tech company, we take operations security seriously and may need to perform additional background checks as part of our hiring process. We will do so in accordance with all applicable EU laws and regulations and safeguard your data in the process.

Why this matters (and why you should care):

Ukraine is deploying 5 million drones in 2025 alone. The US and NATO are paying attention. The future of defense isn't more pilots—it's smarter software. We're not selling PowerPoints; we're selling proven technology that's been refined under the most demanding conditions imaginable.

Our team is direct, moves fast, and doesn't waste time on performative nonsense. If you want a company with seven layers of approval and endless consensus-building, this isn't it. If you want to do the most important work of your career with people who say what they mean and execute, let's talk.

Ready to Apply?
If you’re excited about solving complex challenges and eager to contribute to the safety and security of Western-Democratic nations, please get in touch!