Software Engineer

Lafayette Economic Development Authority • Lafayette, LA

41d

About The Position

Software Engineer DMR Technologies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in systems or embedded software engineering.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with Python or Go for automation and scripting.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, interprocess communication, and real-time systems.
• Experience with Linux or RTOS-based environments.
• Knowledge of data serialization and communication protocols (e.g., MAVLink, CAN, TCP/IP).
• Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing software for drones, robotics, or other autonomous systems.
• Familiarity with PX4, ROS, or ArduPilot frameworks.
• Knowledge of cloud-edge data synchronization and IoT integration.
• Experience with telemetry systems, mission control interfaces, or flight data logging.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure communication standards.
• Familiarity with microservices or containerized system architecture.
• Systems thinker who thrives on connecting software and hardware into cohesive solutions.
• Detail-oriented and proactive, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excited by the challenge of developing robust systems that perform in real-world, mission-critical environments.
• Motivated by DMR's mission to strengthen U.S.-built innovation in drone technology and advanced manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop system-level software that integrates flight control, payload management, and data communication modules.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and cloud teams to create cohesive, high-performance systems.
• Implement and optimize data pipelines between onboard systems and ground control applications.
• Develop and maintain middleware for communication across embedded and distributed components.
• Integrate third-party SDKs, APIs, and sensor interfaces into DMR's core flight software ecosystem.
• Conduct system analysis, validation, and integration testing across hardware and software boundaries.
• Troubleshoot complex system interactions and ensure stability across hardware configurations.
• Document system architecture, communication protocols, and development processes.
• Participate in Agile development cycles, code reviews, and release planning.
• Contribute to efforts around system reliability, fault tolerance, and cybersecurity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees