Senior Embedded Flight Software Engineer - Autonomy

Joby Aviation; California (MO); On-site; USD 153,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

Joby Aviation in California is seeking a skilled senior embedded software engineer to develop cutting‑edge flight automation systems. The role involves designing and testing embedded systems for safety-critical applications, working in a fast‑paced environment, and delivering high-impact results.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real-time systems, fluency in C/C++/Python, and experience with embedded Linux. Compensation ranges from $153,000 to $245,000 annually, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and implementing embedded software.
• Strong portfolio or relevant industry experience required.
• Understanding of electrical hardware roles in embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to platform software development for safety‑critical embedded systems.
• Define and implement triplex compute platform software architecture.
• Design and build tools to advance HIL/SIL simulation and automated testing capabilities.

Skills

Fluency in C

Fluency in C++

Fluency in Python

Experience with safety‑critical software systems

Embedded Linux platforms

Communication protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree +8 years experience; Master's degree + 6 years experience; PhD + 3 years experience

University degree in electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, mechatronics, physics, mathematics

Tools

Test equipment (logic analyzers, oscilloscopes)

Bazel build system

Job description

Joby Aviation in California is seeking a skilled senior embedded software engineer to develop cutting‑edge flight automation systems. The role involves designing and testing embedded systems for safety-critical applications, working in a fast‑paced environment, and delivering high-impact results.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real-time systems, fluency in C/C++/Python, and experience with embedded Linux. Compensation ranges from $153,000 to $245,000 annually, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.