Autonomy-Driven Embedded Software Engineer

Apera; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Apera in San Francisco, CA, seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to integrate autonomy and vehicle intelligence across hardware and software platforms. You’ll work across embedded Linux, robotics, networking and autonomy, deploying software onto vehicle platforms and supporting testing from SIL and HIL through to live flight operations.

The role involves collaboration with engineering teams, hardware partners and customers to deliver reliable, field-ready systems, with travel required for

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years' hands-on experience with robotic systems and hardware/software integration.
• Strong programming skills, with C++ preferred.
• Experience with Pixhawk-based autopilots (PX4 or ArduPilot).

Responsibilities

• Integrate and deploy autonomy software onto embedded Linux and vehicle platforms.
• Interface with sensors, autopilots, datalinks, PNT/GPS/INS and ground control systems.
• Support system integration, troubleshooting and validation across SIL, HIL and live tests.
• Integrate autonomy software with third-party UAS and vehicle hardware.
• Support live flight testing of unmanned aerial systems.
• Develop and integrate service-oriented and inter-process communication systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, hardware partners and customers to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

C++ programming

Robotics systems

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

BS/MS in Robotics/CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Linux (Ubuntu)

Git

PX4/ArduPilot

Job description

Apera in San Francisco, CA, seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to integrate autonomy and vehicle intelligence across hardware and software platforms. You’ll work across embedded Linux, robotics, networking and autonomy, deploying software onto vehicle platforms and supporting testing from SIL and HIL through to live flight operations.

The role involves collaboration with engineering teams, hardware partners and customers to deliver reliable, field-ready systems, with travel required for