Senior Flight Software Engineer – Stealth Aerospace Startup
Location: San Francisco, CA (On-site only)
Compensation: $130K–$200K + Equity (0.08%–0.5%)
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
About the Role
Join a stealth-mode aerospace startup developing cutting-edge supersonic aircraft technology. We are seeking a Senior Flight Software Engineer to own the development of autonomous flight systems software. You’ll have the opportunity to architect and integrate across the full software stack, including applications, operating systems, networking, and firmware. This role is ideal for an engineer ready to start and lead the flight software group in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and own the software stack for autonomous flight systems.
- Design and implement real-time, embedded, and distributed computing systems.
- Optimize performance, debug critical systems, and ensure software reliability.
- Collaborate across disciplines to define and meet system requirements.
- Support the testing and operation of flight systems.
Ideal Candidate
- Experience: 5–10 years in software development or 6+ years of professional systems programming.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related discipline from a top university.
- Skills: Proficient in C++, Rust, or other systems programming languages; experience with real-time systems, embedded systems, or Linux kernel development.
- Bonus: Familiarity with controls, fluid systems, motors, or other physical mechanics.