Forward Deployed Drone/Robotics Engineer

Огляд

A fast-growing European deep-tech startup developing advanced autonomy and perception solutions for next-generation UAV systems. The team is looking for a Forward Deployed Drone/Robotics Engineer to bring cutting-edge autonomy software from the lab to the field. In this role, you will integrate and deploy autonomy algorithms across a wide range of UAV platforms — from agile FPV drones to large fixed-wing aircraft. Acting as the crucial link between autonomy software and the drone systems, you’ll work hands-on to ensure seamless integration and reliable performance in real-world environments.

Обов'язки

• acting as a key member of the engineering team responsible for deploying autonomy solutions across diverse UAV platforms
• developing robust interfaces between autonomy algorithms and drone flight controllers
• integrating and testing full-stack autonomy solutions on partner platforms, often in close collaboration with partner engineering teams
• providing structured feedback to the autonomy development team, based on observations from field tests and operational flights
• traveling to partner sites to work on-site and ensure the solutions function reliably in demanding real-world conditions ("in the dirt"); you will mostly be working with our Ukrainian partners

Вимоги

• strong proficiency in working in a fully terminal-based Linux environment without reliance on GUIs
• experience with shell scripting for automation and deployment tasks
• knowledge of Linux file system, command-line tools, and debugging system-level issues using the Linux terminal
• experience working with drone flight controllers such as Ardupilot or PX4
• familiarity with embedded Linux devices such as Raspberry Pi’s, NVIDIA Jetsons
• solid understanding of UAV components and hardware, including battery management and practical electronics, with hands-on experience (ideally you have built, flown, and debugged a drone yourself)
• practical experience building and deploying Docker containers
• willingness to pick up and learn new concepts quickly and to self-acquire missing background knowledge
• high degree of autonomy, determination, and grit in making cool tech work
• readiness to travel often in Ukraine and for extended durations (up to 3 weeks)
• full-time availability (40 hours) and willingness to work regularly on-site in Ternopil
• valid driver's license
• experience with both Python and C++ will be an advantage

Умови

• competitive salary (level to be discussed individually based on interview results)
• 25 vacation days per year
• reimbursed travel expenses and company laptop
• work in an international, world-class team of engineers and entrepreneurs solving real-life problems with amazing technology
• large freedom in how you work and implement solutions; project ownership is incredibly important to us
• opportunity to take technical risks, implement solutions the ‘right’ way, and iterate quickly with tight feedback loops — we are innovating, and learning is to be expected
• responsibility over the things you implement — you are the expert on what you build