Autonomy Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine the autonomy stack, including planning algorithms and real-time guidance systems
• Create advanced preflight planning tools to optimize aircraft performance
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to integrate autonomy capabilities
• Participate in testing and validation from simulation to real-world deployments
• Ensure software quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong background in robotics, systems, electrical, or aerospace engineering
• Solid understanding of flight dynamics
• High proficiency in C++ and Python
• Experience with PX4 autopilot software and ROS2
• Strong software engineering fundamentals and clean code commitment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with weather modeling or environmental data integration
• Exposure to Gazebo, jsbSim, or other simulation frameworks
• Understanding of containerization technologies like Docker
• Practical knowledge of gliding or soaring techniques

About the Company

Shearwater Aerospace is pioneering autonomous soaring technology inspired by birds, aiming to revolutionize flight for public safety, wildfire management, and disaster response while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.