Senior Software Engineer at Skyways

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Autonomous SystemsIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 5+ years of professional software engineering experience with a strong background in front-end development. Proven expertise with ElectronJS at scale, experience with 3D rendering libraries like CesiumJS, Three.js, or Babylon.js, or significant game development experience, and a deep understanding of 3D scene re-rendering principles and performance optimization are required. Strong problem-solving skills, collaborative approach, commitment to continuous learning, and clear communication skills are also essential. Bonus points for experience with real-time data visualization or geospatial data, familiarity with aerospace concepts or flight operations, and a background in user experience (UX) design principles for complex applications.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer will develop and maintain the mission planner application, which serves as the central interface for flight operations. This role involves implementing and optimizing 3D graphics and scene rendering for interactive visualizations, leveraging ElectronJS to build robust desktop applications, and establishing and managing direct communication protocols with aircraft for real-time control. Ensuring the user interface is intuitive, highly responsive, and provides an exceptional operator experience is also a key responsibility.

Skills

ElectronJS

3D graphics

scene rendering

desktop applications

real-time communication with aircraft

front-end development

mission planner

UI/UX

flight operations

immersive visualization

Skyways

UAV-based delivery services for logistics

About Skyways

Skyways develops unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for efficient delivery services, focusing on on-demand resupply missions. Their drones can take off and land in various locations, making them suitable for transporting goods to remote or hard-to-reach areas. The primary users of Skyways' services include military operations, remote industrial sites, and emergency response teams, who rely on these UAVs to deliver essential supplies like meals, batteries, and medical equipment without putting human lives at risk. Skyways differentiates itself from competitors by providing cost-effective logistics solutions that are particularly useful in challenging environments where traditional transportation is impractical. The company's goal is to fill a critical gap in the logistics sector by leveraging advancements in unmanned aviation and electric propulsion, ensuring timely and safe delivery of supplies in remote and hazardous situations.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$16.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, DefenseIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Competition from Zipline and Wing may impact market share.

Reliance on Orbital UAV for engines poses potential supply chain risks.

Regulatory hurdles could delay UAV deployment timelines.

Differentiation

Skyways focuses on UAVs for remote and hazardous environment logistics.

The company emphasizes full autonomy and large-scale fleet operations.

Skyways' UAVs can take off and land virtually anywhere.

Upsides

Skyways signed a contract with the U.S. Navy for prototype development.

Partnership with Orbital UAV enhances engine efficiency and range.

Growing demand for UAVs in emergency response boosts Skyways' market potential.

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