Job Description
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EVONA is a venture-backed robotics startup in the defense-tech space, developing real-time autonomous systems for UAVs. They are seeking a Customer Facing Robotics Software Engineer to work on UAV and robotics software, collaborating with operators and refining features based on real-world feedback. Responsibilities β’ Developing and iterating on UAV and robotics software used in defense-focused environments β’ Working directly with operators to understand how the system behaves in the field β’ Prototyping UAV features, running flight tests, collecting feedback and refining quickly β’ Supporting mapping, navigation, perception and mission capabilities for aerial robots β’ Troubleshooting live issues in the field and shaping product direction based on operator needs β’ Collaborating with autonomy, hardware and product teams to take UAV systems from lab to deployment Skills β’ Hands-on experience with UAVs or drones β’ Strong C++ skills and solid robotics software foundations β’ Experience with navigation, mapping, or computer vision β’ Comfort working directly with end users, operators and field teams β’ Ability to operate without rigid requirements and iterate through trial and error β’ A proactive, hands-on mindset suited to small, fast-moving engineering teams β’ PX4 or Ardupilot experience β’ Computer vision β’ Startup experience β’ University robotics or drone competition work Benefits β’ Full benefits package β’ Flexibility β’ Collaborative culture Company Overview β’ We believe in the evolution of knowledge and the progression of people - it is so core to our business, it's the meaning of our name: EVO - to evolve, ONA - people. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in St Petersburg, Florida, US, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job