Software Engineer, Ground Control

At Auterion, we build a global open source platform for drones and autonomous robots. In the growing market of drones and autonomous vehicles, we are connecting high-end open source software development and open hardware with enterprise-grade support. Our distributed team works with our core engineering team in Zurich, Switzerland to explore, develop, and deliver new cutting-edge technologies that serve as the foundation of current and future drone products.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Build and maintain the ground station app on the Qt stack using C++ and QML but also interact with other native platform build tools (gcc, gdb, llvm, lldb, make, cmake, etc).
• Build and maintain features, improvements and software architectures that support a large native application with a mix of UI/UX and non-visible components to it.
• Develop incredible user experience to expedite complex commands and controls of flying robots.
• Interact with on-board systems to control and consume advanced behavior, complex missions, different types of video feeds and real time radio systems.
• Follow the principles of Test Driven Development and always have cybersecurity in mind.
• Work with Auterion and community developers in an agile software development workflow and participate in dev calls, forums and meetings.
• Identify and implement new trends in ground control stations, dashboards and apps for drones.
• Be an ambassador of the open source community to Auterion customers and other business stakeholders.

Qualifications and Skills

• 3+ years of professional working experience with C++ in a Linux environment.
• Experience of architecting and developing complex, greenfield, mobile/native apps ideally in a lean environment.
• Good exposure to Qt, working knowledge of QML is a big advantage.
• Deep affinity for elegant and lightweight user experiences that provide a maximum impact with minimum burden.
• Experience building and debugging complex systems in a team environment.
• Self-­awareness and a desire to continually improve.
• Experience with CI/CD workflows.
• Experience with distributed systems and IoT.
• Experience with GIT or other version control systems.
• Deep experience with complex system integration testing.
• Prior experience with robotics applications.
• Experience building complex mobile apps.
• Experience with QGroundControl and/or PX4 a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours & hybrid workplace
• Stock Options
• Generous holiday & PTO allowance
• Health Insurance (includes dental & vision)
• Medical flex spending
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan - 401k
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Regular team socials

About Auterion

We are building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. Our team is supporting the most important missions and solving the most challenging problems.

At Auterion, we bring together the sharpest minds who love to solve the hardest problems. Join a vibrant team built on innovation, openness, and excellence, where you’ll be empowered to develop ideas, collaborate across all levels, and make an impact that matters.