100 new positions from Sine, DOT, NORDA Dynamics, Skyeton and other deftech companies
Career opportunities at industry-leading companies

This week’s digest features almost 30 positions at Sine Engineering, around 40 open roles at the Defence Procurement Agency, as well as current opportunities from NORDA Dynamics, Skyeton and other companies in the defence tech sector.
The Digest is complemented by section partners — BazaIT Defense, CORE Team and LobbyX.
Editor’s picks
This week it was revealed that Taras Potichnyi, a former top manager of Bolt Ukraine, Liki24 and Uklon, has joined defence tech company Sine Engineering. In his new position, the experienced manager will focus on the company’s international development, expansion into new markets, partnership strengthening and team growth, among other responsibilities. Currently, the company has almost 30 open positions.
Agency of Defence Procurement announced a procurement tender for unmanned ground vehicles based on the tactical and technical specifications determined by the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine. Currently, the Agency has approximately 40 job openings.
Ukrainian-Estonian company Norda Dynamics has partnered with the US-based Palladyne AI project. As part of the collaboration, American software for managing drone swarms SwarmOS will be integrated into the Underdog guidance system developed by the Ukrainian company. The company is seeking engineers, managers and department heads.
According to German media, Ukrainian company Skyeton has purchased a plot of land in the industrial park of Herrching municipality in Bavaria. The purchase was confirmed by Skyeton key accounts manager Andreas Pilz. The manufacturer has 13 open positions, which can be viewed on the company’s website.
Palisade Bergschrund, a cross-border solutions firm helping manufacturers, procurers, investors, and governments navigate the most demanding challenges of the modern emerging and defence technology market, is looking for a Director to lead its Ukrainian office. This is an operational role offering a real opportunity to independently build and shape the company’s business in Ukraine. In this position, the successful candidate will work closely with the company’s senior regional leadership. To apply, contact ascend@pal-berg.com.
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Sloboda Studio is looking for a Software Engineer (UAV Autonomy) to help develop its MilTech division.
Software Engineer (UAV Autonomy)
We are looking for a Middle–Senior Software Engineer to work on an innovative DefenseTech product from a Ukrainian startup. You will take part in developing software for autonomous systems, working in a small team with a high level of impact on the product.
Responsibilities:
- Develop real-time software and flight algorithms for autonomous UAV operation.
- Build and improve modules for interfacing with the ArduPilot autopilot via MAVLink and related stacks.
- Integrate navigation sensors, flight controllers, and vision-based sensors (GPS, IMU, barometer, compass).
- Develop in-flight decision-making logic, autonomous navigation, and guidance/interception algorithms.
- Integrate computer vision and automatic targeting systems with the core flight logic.
- Test software in simulators and during real-world flight trials.
- Optimize software for low-latency performance on Embedded Linux.
- Work autonomously in an Agile format within an early-stage startup environment.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Middle / Senior level (candidates with varying levels of experience will be considered, depending on hands-on background).
- Core stack: Strong proficiency in C++, with experience developing for Embedded Linux.
- Domain expertise: Experience developing software for UAVs, robotics, or autonomous systems, including work with ArduPilot or similar platforms.
- Key knowledge: Understanding of navigation principles, flight control, state estimation, and multithreaded application development.
- Nice to have:
- Experience with OpenCV, Computer Vision, Visual Odometry, or SLAM.
- Knowledge of MAVLink, MAVSDK, or DroneKit.
- Understanding of aerial target guidance and interception system principles.
- Soft skills: Autonomy, results-orientation, adaptability, and readiness to work within a startup’s flexible processes.
- English level: Intermediate / Professional Working Proficiency (for working with technical documentation).
Location & Logistics:
- Location: Kyiv, Ukraine (hybrid format, on-site work preferred).
- Time zone: Kyiv / CET (40 hours/week; part-time start possible).
- Travel: Participation in test flights at testing grounds as needed.
Please send your resume to s.vynokurova@sloboda-studio.com.
Vacancies from BazaIT
BazaIT Defense helps specialists find work and develop in the defence technology sector. Top offers:
Embedded Engineer
NDA
Level: Senior, Middle, Junior
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
CTO
NDA
Level: C-Level
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
Chief Product Officer (CPO)
NDA
Level: С-Level
Зайнятість: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
Customer Support Lead
NDA
Level: Lead
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
Engineering Tech Lead – Autonomous UAV Navigation
Dragonforce Technologies GmbH
Level: Lead
Employment: Remote, Full-time [Kyiv]
Lawyer
Ark Robotics
Level: Senior
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
Technical Support Lead
NDA
Level: Lead
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
Technical / Engineering Director
NDA
Level: Senior, Head
Employment: Office, Full-time [Lviv]
Accountant
Ark Robotics
Level: Senior
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
UAV Pilot
dForce Technologies GmbH
Level: Middle
Employment: Office, Part-time [Lviv]
Offers from CORE Team
CORE Team is a strategic recruitment partner for Defence Tech, equipping businesses with R&D experts and C-level leaders to secure a technological edge. Fresh vacancies:
CPO
NDA
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
Data Sales Director
NDA
Employment: Hybrid, Full-time [Kyiv]
Head of Field, Service & Support Operations (UAS)
NDA
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
Product Manager
NDA
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv region]
Electronics Design Engineer
NDA
Employment: Hybrid, Full-time [Kyiv]
Hardware / Interface Engineer
NDA
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
UAV Systems Engineer (ArduPilot / Onboard Systems)
NDA
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
C++ Autopilot Engineer
NDA
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
Quality Controller
NDA
Employment: Office, Full-time [Ukraine, major city in the Western part]
Quality Engineer
NDA
Employment: Office, Full-time [Kyiv]
Job openings from Lobby X
The Lobby X recruitment platform is currently helping to find the following specialists:
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