Embedded Aircraft Software Engineer - Drone Flight Systems

Manna; Fingal; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drone technology company in Ireland is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their Aircraft team. In this role, you will design and build embedded software components for aircraft, focusing on safety and reliability. Ideal candidates will have deep proficiency in C++ and experience with embedded systems. Strong debugging skills and the ability to work closely with hardware teams are essential. Enjoy a challenging environment that drives innovation and impacts the future of delivery.

Qualifications

• Deep proficiency in C++ and Embedded C/C++.
• Strong debugging skills across software ↔ hardware boundaries.
• Experience collaborating closely with hardware and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Design embedded and onboard software for aircraft.
• Deliver complex features: design, implementation, testing, rollout.
• Collaborate with hardware, airspace, QA, and manufacturing teams.

Skills

C++

Embedded C/C++

Debugging skills

Linux-based embedded systems

Safety-critical software

Tools

Python

ArduPilot/PX4

ROS/ROS2

Job description

A leading drone technology company in Ireland is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their Aircraft team. In this role, you will design and build embedded software components for aircraft, focusing on safety and reliability. Ideal candidates will have deep proficiency in C++ and experience with embedded systems. Strong debugging skills and the ability to work closely with hardware teams are essential. Enjoy a challenging environment that drives innovation and impacts the future of delivery.