Software Engineer – Robotics

At WingXpand™

Locations:

Chicago, IL | St. Louis, MO

Type:

Full-time

About WINGXPAND

WingXpand™ is expanding what’s possible with drones with our 8ft aerial intelligence aircraft that expands from a backpack to help farmers grow more yield, public safety crews respond to disasters faster, and keep soldiers safe.

We’re a rapidly growing, Techstars backed, startup that is creating the future of aerial intelligence, anywhere, at any time. We want you to play a key role in our journey!

Position Description

As a Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing, integrating, and deploying advanced software for our autonomous drone systems. Your work will range from integrating third-party sensors to designing cutting-edge vehicle detection algorithms. This is a hands-on role that involves working directly with hardware and performing real-world testing. You'll have the opportunity to see your ideas take flight, driving rapid and iterative development from concept to production. In our startup environment, your contributions will make a substantial impact, shaping the future of our technology and accelerating your growth. Join us in creating something truly groundbreaking, where every line of code and every algorithm brings us closer to our vision. We’re a rapidly growing, Techstars backed, startup that is creating the future of aerial intelligence, anywhere, at any time. We want you to play a key role in our journey!

Key Responsibilities:

- Integrate third-party sensors and systems into our autonomous drone platform

- Develop and enhance APIs for commanding and controlling autonomous drone systems

- Design and implement front-end and back-end software for WingXpand's Ground Control Software

- Support lab and field testing to validate system reliability and performance across diverse conditions

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field

- 3+ years of professional software engineering experience with C++ in a Linux development environment.

- Experience testing, evaluating, and troubleshooting robotic systems.

- Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established codebases.

- Proven experience designing and implementing modular, scalable software solutions.

Additional qualifications:

- Master’s in a relevant field

- Experience developing software or hardware for flight systems and safety-critical functionality.

- Background in programming for embedded computing systems such as Nvidia Jetson or VOXL

- Experience with distributed communication networks and messaging standards.

- Experience using containerization technologies like Docker

- Prior experience flying or working on drone systems.

What Else You Need to Know

We offer a competitive package based on level of experience, including the possibility of WingXpand™ stock options and advancement opportunities as the company expands.

If you are a self-motivated, results-driven individual with a passion for innovation and technology, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join us on the journey of expanding what’s possible with aerial intelligence for those that keep our world running!

Please apply with your resume and / or CV explaining why you are the perfect candidate for this role.

To conform to U.S. Government aerospace technology export regulations, applicant must be a 'U.S. Person' (U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident/Green Card Holder).

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