UAV Autonomy Software Engineer (Python/C++)

Archangel Autonomy; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI solutions company in Oxford seeks a UAV Autonomous Navigation Engineer to develop and test an innovative UAV copilot system. The ideal candidate will have experience with UAV autopilots, strong coding skills in Python and C++, and at least three years of commercial software development experience. You will integrate systems across various platforms, enhancing navigation capabilities and supporting rapid prototyping. This role offers a dynamic environment with ample growth opportunities and competitive benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + UK bank holidays

5% employer pension contribution

Medical Insurance

Relocation Support package

Team socials

Qualifications

• Experience developing code for UAV autopilots, especially Ardupilot or PX4.
• Strong proficiency in Python and C++ with experience in Linux development environments.
• Three years of work history developing software commercially.

Responsibilities

• Integrate the autonomy copilot with various partner autopilots and platforms.
• Develop features to enhance navigation and decision-making for the autonomous copilot.
• Support rapid prototyping for new fixed-wing and multirotor platforms.

Skills

Experience with UAV autopilots

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in C++

Experience with MAVLink frameworks

Linux development environment experience

Knowledge of ROS development

Experience with computer vision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Tools

UAV software frameworks

Simulation tools (Gazebo, Isaac-sim, etc.)

Job description

A leading AI solutions company in Oxford seeks a UAV Autonomous Navigation Engineer to develop and test an innovative UAV copilot system. The ideal candidate will have experience with UAV autopilots, strong coding skills in Python and C++, and at least three years of commercial software development experience. You will integrate systems across various platforms, enhancing navigation capabilities and supporting rapid prototyping. This role offers a dynamic environment with ample growth opportunities and competitive benefits.