Embedded Electronics Engineer (f/m/d) | 40 - 60% | Deep Tech Startup

About the job

Electronics Engineer (40–60%) – Underwater Communication Systems

About Subatron GmbH

Subatron develops next-generation underwater communication and sensing systems for divers, autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), and critical maritime operations. Our technology enables robust wireless communication, underwater imaging, and real-time data transmission in environments where conventional systems fail.

We work at the intersection of:

• Embedded electronics
• Signal processing
• Underwater acoustics
• Robotics & defense technology

To strengthen our engineering team, we are looking for an Electronics Engineer (40–60%) starting from 1. September 2026.

Your Role

You will work directly on the development and industrialization of our underwater communication hardware stack.

Your responsibilities include:

• Designing and testing analog and digital electronic circuits
• PCB design and bring-up
• Integration of ADCs, DACs, amplifiers, power electronics, and communication interfaces
• Debugging and validating embedded hardware systems
• Supporting prototyping, manufacturing, and field testing
• Collaborating closely with software and systems engineers
• Contributing to next-generation underwater communication and sensing platforms

What We're Looking For

• Early-career candidates and talented BSc/MSc/PhD students are encouraged to apply
• Background in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Embedded Systems, or similar
• Experience with PCB design tools (Altium, KiCad, Eagle, etc.)
• Experience with embedded programming in C/C++ and microcontroller-based systems
• Hands-on experience with embedded hardware development
• Understanding of analog and mixed-signal electronics
• Practical, problem-solving mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving startup environment

Bonus:

• Signal processing experience
• RF/acoustics knowledge
• Embedded firmware development
• Experience with robotics, marine, or defense systems

What We Offer

• Work on cutting-edge underwater technology with real-world impact
• Direct influence on product and technology decisions
• Flexible working hours and hybrid setup
• Small, highly technical, and ambitious team
• Opportunity to grow into a larger technical role as the company scales
• Exposure to field deployments, prototyping, and advanced hardware systems

Details

• Position: Electronics Engineer
• Workload: 40–60%
• Start: 1. September 2026
• Location: Zurich / Hybrid
• Language: English (and German)

Please send us your CV, a motivation letter, and any relevant certificates or academic records.