Your Role
As a Working Student – Robotics, Software & Hardware Testing (f/m/d), you will play a key role in evaluating the performance, reliability, and stability of the NAiSE application in a real multi-robot environment. You will work hands-on with autonomous mobile robots (AGV’s and AMRs) from different manufacturers, ensuring flawless interaction with the NAiSE intralogistics platform.
Your responsibility includes defining and creating different test scenarios, building realistic automation for testing scenarios using Node-RED, I/O devices, PLC, different mobile robots, conducting daily functional and performance tests for existing and newly developed features and use-cases in NAiSE intralogistics platform, identifying deviations, and reporting findings with a structured Quality Assurance approach. This is an on-site for 20 hours/week, in-person position, directly interacting with hardware, robots, and software systems multiple times a week at ARENA2036 e.V., Pfaffenwaldring 19, 70569 Stuttgart. The role offers deep exposure to industrial robotics, automation technology, and production-level software and hardware testing.
What You Will Do
- Execute daily functional, integration, system, and performance tests of the NAiSE intralogistics platform using real autonomous mobile robots.
- Develop automation flows in Node-RED to realize realistic production processes, order sequences, and interactions using different communication Interfaces, I/O devices and PLCs with mobile robots and NAiSE Intralogistics Platform.
- Validate end-to-end workflows, including order management, robot navigation, fleet management, and communication interfaces.
- Investigate unexpected robot behavior, communication issues, and system irregularities in a structured, reproducible Quality Assurance manner.
- Document and report software, hardware, and integration-related issues with clarity and precision, supporting NAiSE operations and development team in root cause analysis.
- Verify communication flows over MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus, REST, and other relevant interfaces.
- Design new test scenarios, stress tests, and edge-case simulations to improve coverage and uncover hidden issues.
- Support configuration, calibration, localization and maintenance of robots, sensors, and supporting infrastructure.
- Contribute to improving the overall quality assurance workflow by providing insights based on daily real-world testing.
What You Bring
- Enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Robotics, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Cybernetics, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a comparable technical discipline.
- Strong interest and motivation to work directly with mobile robots, automation systems, and hardware in real operational environments.
- Foundational understanding of robotic systems, sensors, navigation concepts, or intralogistics automation is advantageous.
- First experience with or willingness to rapidly learn Node-RED and automation-flow design.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus, and REST APIs.
- Familiarity with engineering tools such as Git, Docker/Podman, or similar development frameworks.
- A structured and detail-oriented approach to testing, debugging, and documentation — ideally with a Quality Assurance mindset.
- Hands-on mentality, problem-solving capability, and willingness to learn and work independently.
- Strong communication skills in English; German skills are beneficial but not mandatory.
Working at NAiSE
- Engaging work environment with daily hands-on interaction with modern industrial robots and automation technologies.
- Flexible working hours that support academic commitments.
- Free drinks, coffee, and snacks.
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience in robotics, software testing, automation, and intralogistics — bridging hardware and software in a real operational setting.
- A collaborative team culture that supports continuous learning and personal growth.
Meet the team
NAiSE is a dynamic and forward-thinking company headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. Founded on the principles of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, we specialize in offering a software solution that provides a comprehensive and integrated approach to intralogistics automation, empowering you to achieve your business objectives. Driven by a diverse team of talented individuals from various cultural backgrounds, NAiSE is committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our dedication to diversity, equality, and inclusion is not only a moral imperative but also a strategic advantage that enables us to attract top talent, foster creativity, and drive sustainable business success.
