QML)

Pyka•Alameda, CA

22h

About The Position

Pyka is seeking a Software Engineer to join their team and contribute to the development of their Ground Control application. This application is a real-time Qt/QML system that is crucial for aircraft operations. The role involves UX design, frontend and backend implementation, and system-level integration. The engineer will own significant features within a mission-critical system, aiming to enhance it into a reliable, intuitive, and high-performance product for real-world flight operations. This is an opportunity for individuals with experience in complex systems (vehicles, robotics, industrial platforms) who value both usability and robustness, to own a product that directly influences human interaction with autonomous aircraft.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in software engineering
Experience with Qt (bonus points for QML)
Proficiency in modern C++ (C++11 and beyond)
Experience with JavaScript is a plus, but Qt/QML proficiency is key
A background in building human-machine interfaces — automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or similar
Comfortable working across the stack, from UI to backend logic and system integration
Experience debugging complex issues across multiple layers (UI, networking, OS/platform)
A keen eye for design and user experience — you care deeply about how software looks and feels
Able to work independently and take full ownership of complex projects

Nice To Haves

Experience with QML
Experience with JavaScript

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of Plane View, our core Qt/QML ground control application, and other human-machine interfaces
Own the development of features end-to-end, from design through implementation, testing, and iteration
Design and implement intuitive, high-performance user interfaces for real-time systems
Debug and resolve issues across the stack, including UI, backend and platform-specific behavior
Interface with hardware and external systems (e.g., USB devices, telemetry, networking)
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to evolve the architecture and capabilities of the system
Help maintain consistency in interface design and user experience across the product
Participate in product and usability discussions, contributing ideas and feedback