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Beetroot
Tech Lead (Python / Robotics / Drones)
Ucrania
We’re looking for a hands-on Tech Lead to build autonomous drone systems and grow a Ukraine-based engineering team together with a Nordic high-tech client.
Ukraine
This is a hands-on Tech Lead role where you’ll work at the intersection of robotics, AI, and embedded systems, contributing directly to building real-world autonomous drone solutions.
Beetroot is a trusted tech partner helping companies build sustainable and high-performing engineering teams. In collaboration with our Nordic client, we are growing a Ukraine-based team that will play a key role in developing next-generation autonomous systems.
Our client is a fast-growing Nordic defense-tech company focused on building autonomous systems powered by robotics, AI, and embedded software. They operate in a highly innovative environment with a strong emphasis on rapid development, real-world testing, and delivering functional solutions quickly. The team collaborates closely across countries, combining deep technical expertise with a pragmatic, product-focused mindset.
In this role, you will directly impact the development of cutting-edge drone technologies, contributing to both product innovation and the growth of the local engineering team in Ukraine.
Beetroot is a trusted tech partner helping companies build sustainable and high-performing engineering teams. In collaboration with our Nordic client, we are growing a Ukraine-based team that will play a key role in developing next-generation autonomous systems.
Our client is a fast-growing Nordic defense-tech company focused on building autonomous systems powered by robotics, AI, and embedded software. They operate in a highly innovative environment with a strong emphasis on rapid development, real-world testing, and delivering functional solutions quickly. The team collaborates closely across countries, combining deep technical expertise with a pragmatic, product-focused mindset.
In this role, you will directly impact the development of cutting-edge drone technologies, contributing to both product innovation and the growth of the local engineering team in Ukraine.
What you’ll do in this role
- Take technical ownership of the Ukraine-based part of the system.
- Stay deeply hands-on with coding, debugging, and system design.
- Actively contribute to development and testing.
- Collaborate closely with the Swedish engineering team as one unit.
- Support and mentor engineers locally (without heavy line management at this stage)
- Drive architecture decisions, code quality, and engineering standards.
- Participate in planning, prioritization, and releases.
- Help scale the team and establish local engineering practices.
- Occasionally, travel to Sweden for workshops or team meetings.
We’re looking for
- 5+ years of software development experience.
- Strong Python skills + solid C++ understanding.
- Previous experience as a Tech Lead or a strong Senior ready to step up.
- Experience with robotics, drones (UAVs), or embedded systems.
- Experience with computer vision (image/video processing, CV models, datasets)
- Familiarity with ROS or similar distributed systems is a strong plus.
- Solid understanding of software engineering practices, Git, and agile.
- Strong communication skills and English (B2–C1)
- Ownership mindset and ability to work in a fast-moving environment.
How to knock our socks off
- Experience in defense, aerospace, or high-security environments.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles.
- Interest in autonomous systems and applied AI.
- We welcome applications from veterans.
- Naming five or more dishes that include beetroot besides borshch.
✔ Not checking every box?
This job looks very exciting, but you hesitate to apply because of the confidence gap? Reach out to us anyway! Beetroot is an inclusive workplace that considers all applicants. We’re committed to openness — promoting equality and fostering an environment where different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences are not just accepted, but embraced. So let’s discover together whether we could be an excellent fit for each other.
Please send us your CV in English, and we’ll be happy to discuss your application further.
Please send us your CV in English, and we’ll be happy to discuss your application further.
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