SensitHaptics — The #1 Haptics Platform in SimRacing

About Us

SensitHaptics builds the most advanced high-fidelity haptics in SimRacing and competitive gaming — a category we currently lead, as confirmed by countless industry influencers and top-tier reviewers. We’re a DeepTech startup with real commercial momentum: strong revenue traction across the EU and US, rapidly expanding OEM integrations, and a product that has become the benchmark in the eSports sim hardware scene.

If you’re passionate about gaming hardware, embedded systems, and building tech that users feel in their bones, this is the kind of engineering role that rarely shows up: high ownership, zero legacy baggage, massive upside.

You’ll work closely with Product, Hardware, and our OEM/System Builder partners — and you’ll shape the next generation of real-time haptics firmware used by thousands of serious gamers worldwide.

Tasks

• Scale up the core firmware embedded engineering team
• Drive the evolution of our firmware platform — new features, performance breakthroughs, and expanded sensory capabilities
• Work hand-in-hand with our software engineers to perfect the firmware ↔ app interface
• Architect and maintain a cutting-edge firmware stack prioritized for ultra-low latency, stability, and power efficiency (FPGA)
• Design the layout from scratch for new developments
• Select and integrate embedded tech, sensors, actuators, and communication protocols that push the limits of gaming haptics
• Optimize system for component costs and assembly/production costs
• Oversee code quality, documentation, and testing rigor across the entire firmware pipeline
• Support certification processes with external testing labs
• Provide technical support during OEM partner integrations, prototype iteration, and production ramp-up

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a comparable background.
• German (min B2-level) or English fluency in verbal or written language is required
• Several years of hands-on experience developing firmware/embedded software — ideally in consumer electronics, audio devices, robotics, or gaming hardware.
• Deep command of C/C++; Python or Rust is a plus.
• Strong experience with RTOS, BLE, USB, audio/haptic signal processing, or sensor/actuator integration.
• Experience building or leading engineering teams is highly beneficial.
• Solid understanding of agile development (Scrum/Kanban).
• Clear, concise communicator with strong ownership and a solutions-driven mindset.
• Passion for gaming, haptics, eSports, and building products that deliver a visceral, unforgettable user experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Shape the firmware architecture of the market-leading haptics platform in SimRacing.
• High autonomy and direct influence over core product and technology decisions.
• Fast cycles, flat hierarchy, and a founder-led engineering culture.
• Flexible work hours and modern engineering tooling.
• High-end hardware, test gear, and a fully-equipped development environment.
• Education credits to attend courses or industry tradeshows.
• Competitive market compensation including employee stock options

We look forward to receiving your application!