Engineering Manager - Embedded UAV Software & Systems

Zone5Technologies; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company-match

4 weeks of paid time off

Comprehensive benefit package options

Job summary

Zone5Technologies based in San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to drive the development of embedded software for unmanned aerial vehicles. This role involves leading a high-performing team while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in software engineering and significant knowledge of UAV systems.

The position offers a pay range of $170,000—$220,000 USD along with comprehensive benefits including 401k and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of software engineering experience with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in embedded software development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team developing embedded software for UAVs.
• Provide technical direction and architectural guidance.
• Coordinate with product management to define project scope.

Skills

Embedded software development

Leadership

UAV systems

C/C++/Python

Real-time operating systems (RTOS)

Network protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Git

JIRA

MATLAB

Job description

Zone5Technologies based in San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to drive the development of embedded software for unmanned aerial vehicles. This role involves leading a high-performing team while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in software engineering and significant knowledge of UAV systems.

The position offers a pay range of $170,000—$220,000 USD along with comprehensive benefits including 401k and paid time off.