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Joby Aviation

Senior Embedded Navigation Algorithm Software Engineer

Joby Aviation, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061

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Overview

The role involves developing, testing and deploying embedded drivers and algorithms for the aircraft's flight sensor systems, which are responsible for producing navigation and air data for the integrated flight propulsion and control system. The engineer will be part of a small, fast-moving team and contribute to conceptual system architectural design and implementation of embedded software to ensure safety of an electric-powered, fly-by-wire aircraft. Responsibilities

Develop algorithms to fuse sensor data and monitor sensor health Develop embedded system architecture Write software for the flight sensors systems Test algorithms and software Required

Bachelors in aerospace/mechanical engineering, computer science, or related field and 5+ years of industry experience in software engineering or an advanced degree (MS or PhD) and 3+ years industry experience in software engineering Demonstrable proficiency in C++ and Python Demonstrable proficiency in object-oriented programming methodology and multi-layer system architectures Proficient in Bayesian estimation concepts and Kalman filtering Proficient in statistics concepts and statistical data analysis Comfortable implementing complex mathematical algorithms and bookkeeping schemes Basic understanding of version control technologies Eager to learn new techniques and experiment with advanced technologies Desired

Familiar with writing efficient, hardware-accelerated code (e.g., SIMD, GPU, or FPGA), especially for digital signal processing applications Understanding of DO-178C or safety critical software Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay, bonus and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $130,900 - $192,300/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more. Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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