Strong software, competent company

Strong software, competent company

We are a young, dynamic company with a wealth of know-how and expertise. Optimization and increasing efficiency are our constant motivation.

Our story?
The success of our customers.

With Starteam, we not only gained another customer in 2023, but also Daniel Jacob, CEO of Starteam, a financially strong entrepreneur with an extensive network in the IT and electronics industry. Together, we will grow as a company and establish PAILOT Suite as the new standard for detailed scheduling manufacturing companies.
With over 7 years of relevant experience in the industry, PAILOT is no ordinary start-up. As a division of the data science consultancy anacision, we developed and operated our detailed planning software. The success of our customers proved us right and paved the way for the founding of PAILOT.

Our DNA

Understanding, innovation and trust are the core values of our company.

Understanding

We know the reality of manufacturing companies very well and are aware of the usual challenges faced by our customers. This understanding enables us to respond optimally to the individual needs of different manufacturing companies and to customize our engine.

Innovation

The constantly changing technology landscape motivates us to remain a pioneer in the field of AI-supported detailed scheduling and fine control with PAILOT. We know that Innovation is the key to unlocking new opportunities and is essential for reshaping the future of production.

Trust

The conversion of detailed scheduling production with the help of AI-supported detailed planning software is a step into new territory for many companies. We have already been able to accompany a number of manufacturing companies on this journey and know that transparency, reliability and integrity are essential for fruitful collaboration.

Cards on the table: what sets us apart

Our deep roots in research and many years of experience in the development and implementation of AI projects at manufacturing companies enable us to work in a way that is both scientifically sound and practice-oriented. Through close partnerships with manufacturing companies from science and industry, a strong network has formed, which is supported by STARTEAM and drives the establishment and further development of our software solutions.

As a company with a start-up character, our work is characterized by dynamism, whereby our approach is based on transparency, trust and the definition of clear goals - both internally and externally. We are never satisfied with what we have achieved, but learn more about the conditions and technologies that drive us forward with every company and every order. Our credo is: standing still means going backwards, which is why we are in a constant process of development.

Partnerships

We have a long-standing relationship with our partners. Our cooperation is characterized by trust and mutual respect. We learn from each other, support each other and thus expand our network and our opportunities to be successful.

Our partner: STARTEAM
Our partner: Concept AG
Our partner: IOT Plant
Our partner: IOT Plant

Expert crew with start-up charm

Our team consists of employees with strong analytical and technical skills. Interdisciplinarity characterizes the cooperation: in addition to mathematics, (bio)computer science and industrial engineering, the fields of mechanical engineering, physics and psychology are also represented.

Rico Knapper

Rico Knapper

CEO
Christian Scherrer

Christian Scherrer

Sales
Mira Grünhaupt

Mira Grünhaupt

Solution Architecture
Sebastian Blanc

Sebastian Blanc

Product Management
Kornelius Krull

Cornelius Krull

Technology
Susann Struw

Susann Struwe

Solution Architecture
David Pérez González

David Pérez González

Data Science
Tommy Breslein

Sebastian Gottwalt

Head of Operations
Manuel Komann

Tommy Breslein

Technology
Erik Volkmann

Manuel Komannn

Data Science
Erik Volkmann

Rosanna Haug

Design & Marketing
Erik Volkmann

Dominic Lieder

Business Development
 Dominika Wloka

 Dominika Wloka

Product & Experience Design
Lars Baumann

Lars Baumann

Internal

Our team is young, dynamic and always on the lookout for colleagues who want to grow with us and vice versa. We look forward to getting to know you.

We are looking for growth.

(Senior) Full Stack Developer (m/f/d)

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This is your opportunity to take ownership in shaping an innovative SaaS product within a remote-first environment. You'll play a key role in building solutions that empower manufacturers to streamline production planning and respond more effectively to operational changes.

We are seeking a (Senior) Full Stack Developer with a strong focus on API and frontend development to join our fully remote team. In this role, you will design and implement robust backend APIs (in Python), focusing on implementing complex business logic for the APS domain. This includes ensuring efficient scheduling, optimization, and integration with manufacturing processes. Additionally, you will integrate these APIs seamlessly with an Angular-based frontend for our APS application. As a small startup, tasks can be quite diverse, so you'll have the opportunity to contribute beyond your core responsibilities, whether it's improving DevOps workflows, optimizing performance, or shaping product decisions. While we operate remotely (in Germany and Spain), we meet several times per year for in-person collaboration to strengthen our team spirit, build genuine connections, and create a shared vision.

What we offer

  • Take ownership, make decisions, and drive projects forward confidently.
  • Work remotely (Germany & Spain) with regular meetups to foster collaboration and team spirit.
  • A diverse and inclusive work environment where well-being, flexibility, and professional growth go hand in hand.
  • We offer a competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
  • 30 Days of Annual Leave to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Private Hardware Usage: Your work devices can also be used for personal needs.
  • Continuous learning opportunities and budget for training.

What we look for

  • Agility & Resourcefulness - Ability to adapt quickly, embrace new challenges, and apply creative problem-solving in an evolving startup environment.
  • Ownership & Impact - A results-driven approach, taking initiative, and proactively improving systems, workflows, and processes.
  • Frontend Development with Angular & TypeScript - Strong experience in building modern, scalable frontends, with a focus on reusable components, responsive design, maintainability, and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Backend Development with Python - Experience designing scalable backend architectures and implementing complex business logic. Skilled in building reliable RESTful APIs with FastAPI and applying design patterns to ensure clean, maintainable, and high-performance systems.
  • Cross-Team Collaboration - Experience working closely with developers and designers to align API design with UI/UX needs.
  • Code Quality & Testing - Proficiency in conducting code reviews and writing unit/integration tests to ensure maintainable and high-quality code.
  • Security Best Practices - Strong understanding of authentication, access control, encryption, and cloud security principles.

Great Extras to Have

  • Manufacturing or APS Domain Knowledge: Understanding of manufacturing processes or experience working with related software APS/ERP/MES systems (or similar domain-specific applications) is a plus.
  • CI/CD Pipelines - Hands-on experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD workflows using GitLab CI/CD or similar tools.
  • Proficiency in German is a plus.

Note: We are hiring one (Senior) Developer and considering two focus areas. If you are excited about this role and your skills align, we'd love to hear from you: tech-hiring@pailot.com

(Senior) Software Developer (Backend & Ops Focus) (m/f/d)

Down arrow

This is your opportunity to take ownership in shaping an innovative SaaS product within a remote-first environment. You'll play a key role in building solutions that empower manufacturers to streamline production planning and respond more effectively to operational changes.

We are seeking a (Senior) Software Developer with a strong focus on backend development and operations to join our fully remote team. In this role, you will design and implement robust backend APIs (primarily in Python), focusing on complex business logic for the APS domain. You will also oversee infrastructure management, ensuring a reliable, scalable, and secure cloud environment. As a small startup, tasks can be diverse, offering the opportunity to contribute beyond your primary responsibilities-whether it's improving DevOps workflows, optimizing performance, or shaping product decisions. While we operate remotely (in Germany and Spain), we meet several times per year for in-person collaboration to strengthen our team spirit, build genuine connections, and create a shared vision.

What we offer

  • Take ownership, make decisions, and drive projects forward confidently.
  • Work remotely (Germany & Spain) with regular meetups to foster collaboration and team spirit.
  • A diverse and inclusive work environment where well-being, flexibility, and professional growth go hand in hand.
  • We offer a competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
  • 30 Days of Annual Leave to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Private Hardware Usage: Your work devices can also be used for personal needs.
  • Continuous learning opportunities and budget for training.

What we look for

  • Agility & Resourcefulness - Ability to adapt quickly, embrace new challenges, and apply creative problem-solving in an evolving startup environment.
  • Ownership & Impact - A results-driven approach, taking initiative, and proactively improving systems, workflows, and processes.
  • Backend with Python - Experience designing scalable backend architectures and implementing complex business logic. Skilled in building reliable RESTful APIs with FastAPI and applying design patterns to ensure clean, maintainable, and high-performance systems.
  • CI/CD & DevOps - Proven experience implementing automated testing, deployment, and monitoring pipelines using GitLab CI/CD or similar tools.
  • Security Best Practices - Strong understanding of authentication, access control, encryption, and cloud security principles.
  • Cloud Infrastructure - Experience managing AWS services to ensure system reliability, monitoring, and scalability, with familiarity in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation.
  • Code Quality & Testing - Proficiency in conducting code reviews and writing unit/integration tests to ensure maintainable and high-quality code.

Great Extras to Have

  • Manufacturing or APS Domain Knowledge: Understanding of manufacturing processes or experience working with related software APS/ERP/MES systems (or similar domain-specific applications) is a plus.
  • Proficiency in Rust is a plus.
  • Proficiency in German is a plus.

Note: We are hiring one (Senior) Developer and considering two focus areas. If you are excited about this role and your skills align, we'd love to hear from you: tech-hiring@pailot.com