Senior Flight Software Engineer at Searchability NS&D in San Francisco, California

Job Description:

Senior Flight Software Engineer - Aerospace & Robotics

Overview

A growing aerospace and robotics company is seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer to join its dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to develop and architect the full software stack, including application development, operating systems, networking, and firmware. The ideal candidate is passionate about building reliable, safety-critical systems and thrives in a fast-paced startup environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software for safety-critical systems.
• Define and implement system requirements and software architecture.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and performance.
• Work in a dynamic environment with direct impact on product success.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience developing software for safety-critical applications (aerospace, robotics, automotive).
• Strong technical experience in multi-layer (OS, networking, middleware) flight software architecture.
• Proficiency in Rust/C++ and experience with Linux (Real-Time) environments.
• Experience working on embedded systems or the Linux Kernel.
• Experience with debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
• General understanding of controls, fluid systems, motors, or other physical mechanics.
• Strong understanding of system-level design and ability to work independently.

Please apply directly to this advert. Equally, if you require any further information please email me at JT@searchability.com Apply Now