C++ Software Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience, with strong proficiency in modern C++.
• Hands-on experience building and debugging native code on Android (NDK, JNI, profiling, debugging).
• Strong multithreading/concurrency fundamentals and experience with performance-sensitive systems.
• Experience with networking in mobile or embedded systems (UDP/TCP/serial/USB).
• Strong debugging skills across multi-layer systems (native code, app layer, networking, OS).
• Comfortable working in Linux-based development environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Qt/QML, QGroundControl, MAVLink, PX4, or ArduPilot is a plus, and can be learned on the job with strong C++ fundamentals.
• Experience with QGroundControl (QGC) or similar ground control station software.
• Experience with Qt/QML, including signals/slots and UI performance tuning.
• Familiarity with MAVLink protocol and real-time communication systems.
• Familiarity with video streaming pipelines (GStreamer, RTSP, WebRTC).
• Knowledge of OpenGL or GPU rendering in Qt or Android.
• Experience with map SDKs and geospatial visualization.
• Familiarity with CI/CD systems (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Exposure to robotics, UAV systems, or defense applications.
• Experience working with USB/serial drivers on Android.
• Knowledge of Python for tooling or automation.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain native C++ ground control functionality, including feature development, bug fixes, and long-term stability.
• Build and optimize C++ components using the Android NDK to support real-time mission workflows and vehicle control.
• Develop and maintain robust JNI boundaries between Android and native layers, with strong ownership of memory, threading, and lifecycle behavior.
• Debug and resolve issues in multithreaded native code, event loops, and cross-language integration points.
• Contribute C++ changes within QGC/Qt architecture while maintaining compatibility with upstream QGC.
• Build, package, and optimize ARM64 Android applications, including APK/AAB generation, signing, and deployment workflows.
• Debug Android-specific issues such as lifecycle handling, permissions, USB/serial communication, and network instability.
• Integrate MAVLink communication over multiple transports (UDP, TCP, USB, Serial) on Android devices.
• Optimize performance for real-time telemetry, video streaming, and map rendering on resource-constrained devices.
• Ensure compatibility across a range of Android hardware (tablets, rugged devices, and field controllers).
• Implement and debug MAVLink message handling, routing, and reliability under varying network conditions.
• Diagnose telemetry dropouts, latency issues, and message parsing errors.
• Extend MAVLink functionality for custom payloads or vehicle behaviors.
• Collaborate with firmware engineers to ensure end-to-end communication reliability between drone and ground control systems.
• Design and implement responsive, real-time UI components for mission-critical workflows.
• Optimize rendering performance for maps, overlays, and telemetry dashboards.
• Customize mission planning interfaces and flight data visualization in QGC/Qt and Android-integrated surfaces.
• Ensure usability in field conditions (sunlight readability, touch responsiveness, and offline operation).
• Maintain and improve build systems across C++, Qt, and Android toolchains.
• Manage Qt versions, Android SDK/NDK dependencies, and cross-compilation workflows.
• Automate builds and testing pipelines using CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins or GitLab CI).
• Debug build failures across native, Qt, and Android layers.
• Profile and optimize CPU, memory, and battery usage on Android devices.
• Debug crashes, ANRs, and memory leaks across C++ and Java/Kotlin boundaries.
• Ensure stable operation during long-duration missions and intermittent connectivity.
• Implement logging, diagnostics, and telemetry capture for field debugging.
• Ensure secure communication channels between Android devices and drones.
• Manage permissions, secure storage, and device access policies on Android.
• Support compliance requirements for government and defense-related deployments.
• Work closely with embedded, firmware, and flight-test teams to debug real-world issues.
• Support field testing, log analysis, and rapid iteration on mission-critical features.
• Provide tools and workflows for internal teams to test and validate QGC changes.

Benefits

• Base pay, plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses.