Team Lead Tracking & Sensor Fusion Predevelopment | Team Lead Tracking & Sensor-Fusion Predevelopment/ Algorithms & Tools (m/f/d)

s.m.s, smart microwave sensors GmbH

Braunschweig, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Apr 27, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Team Lead for Tracking & Sensor Fusion Predevelopment, you will spearhead a team of experienced software engineers at smartmicro, a leader in high-performance radar and hybrid sensor technology. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve conceptualizing, designing, and implementing cutting-edge algorithms for sensor fusion, object tracking, and occupancy grid mapping. You will be instrumental in developing robust software tools and conducting rigorous testing to advance autonomous driving and smart city infrastructure. This role requires a strong background in software engineering, specifically in Python, combined with advanced mathematical and algorithmic expertise. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of your developments. This position is unique because it offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of sensor technology in a modern, innovation-driven environment with rapid development cycles, while contributing directly to safer and more efficient global mobility solutions.

Required Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.

Experience

  • Several years of hands-on experience in Python software development
  • Professional experience in developing and implementing state-of-the-art tracking and sensor fusion software
  • Professional experience in team leadership or technical oversight

Languages

German (Basic)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Permanent employment contract, hybrid working model (4 days office presence per week), work authorization for Germany required.