Embedded/Robotics Software Engineer – UAV Systems
On-site | Italy
We're supporting an innovative engineering team developing next-generation autonomous aerial systems for industrial, security, and advanced mobility applications.
This is a hands-on role focused on embedded software, flight systems, autonomy, and real-world UAV operations. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop reliable airborne platforms operating in demanding environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain embedded software for autonomous aerial platforms
* Customize and extend autopilot and flight-control functionality
* Implement features related to mission execution, telemetry, navigation, failsafe logic, and payload integration
* Develop software in C++ and Python for onboard and support systems
* Integrate communication pipelines and real-time telemetry systems
* Work with embedded Linux systems on ARM-based hardware
* Support simulation, testing, debugging, and hardware/software integration activities
* Contribute to software architecture, reliability, and operational safety improvements
* Collaborate with electronics, mechanical, systems, and AI teams throughout development
Required Experience
* Strong background in embedded or robotics software development
* Experience with autonomous systems, UAVs, or robotic platforms
* Strong C++ and Python development skills
* Familiarity with real-time systems and low-level software concepts
* Experience working with Linux-based embedded platforms
* Understanding of sensors, control systems, and system integration
* Comfortable debugging complex hardware/software interactions
* Experience with collaborative development workflows and version control
Nice to Have
* Experience with robotics middleware or autonomy frameworks
* Understanding of a major autopilot ecosystem (PX4/ArduPilot/Betaflight)
* Knowledge of onboard AI, perception, or computer vision pipelines
* Exposure to modern embedded compute platforms and high-speed communications
* Understanding of operational safety and certification-oriented development practices
Offer:
* Competitive salary
* To join a young dynamic team where you're continuously challenged
* Be part of the product team and opportunity to have significant input into development
* International culture