Principal Desktop Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Ground Control Station (GCS) software using the Qt Framework and QML
• Focus on high-performance, intuitive GUI development for safety-critical environments
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment
• Collaborate with hardware and embedded systems teams to ensure seamless software integration
• Perform integration testing to validate system functionality, reliability, and performance
• Document software architecture, design decisions, and technical specifications
• Write and maintain unit tests to ensure high-quality, maintainable software
• Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices in safety-critical contexts

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Computer) or Computer Science
• Minimum 10 years of software development experience (or 7+ years with a Master's degree)
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in C++ development
• Deep expertise in Qt Framework and Qt QML for GUI-based application development
• Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming and design patterns
• Experience working with Linux-based development environments
• Knowledge of networking protocols including TCP, UDP, and IP
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Python for supporting tools and automation
• Familiarity with continuous integration tools like Jenkins
• Understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and real-time software design
• Awareness of safety-critical software standards such as DO-178C or ISO 26262
• Experience with version control systems like Git
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies

About the Company

EDGE Group PJSC is a leading technology group focused on advanced engineering and defense solutions.