Senior Software Engineer at Pyka

Alameda, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aviation, RoboticsIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience with C++ (ideally C++11 or newer)
Professional experience with Python
Experience in one or more areas of: path planning, mapping, object detection, simulation, or aviation controls
Passion for aviation
Familiarity with robotic systems and aviation
Working knowledge of trigonometry and linear algebra
Demonstrated skills working on complex and high abstraction problems
Great track record of delivering results

Responsibilities

Define and implement features and bug fixes within our existing C++17 and Python codebase
Implement tests and validation of your code and help shepherd it through flight and field testing with our flight operations team
Research and prototype new solutions to upcoming customer and product needs
Work with the operations and product teams to define and understand requirements for new features
Plan and maintain forward looking roadmaps for future features
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to members of the team
Scoping, planning, and implementing large scale features for our autonomous aircraft and its associated ground infrastructure

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

path planningobject detectionsimulationcontrolsmappingavionicsflight control software

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What programming languages will I be working with in this role?

You will work within an existing C++17 and Python codebase, implementing features, bug fixes, tests, and validation.

What are some of the projects I'll contribute to as a Senior Software Engineer?

Projects include improving path planning for aerial spray applications, building new path planning algorithms for cargo logistics in GPS-denied environments, on-ground taxi path planning for airports, and integrating detect and avoid systems for beyond visual line of sight flight.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this Senior Software Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of experience makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has demonstrated skills working on complex and high abstraction problems, a great track record of delivering results, and as a senior engineer, opportunities for technical leadership and mentorship.

Pyka

Develops autonomous electric airplanes for agriculture

About Pyka

Pyka develops autonomous electric airplanes that can perform all flight operations without human intervention, including taxiing, takeoff, flight, and landing. These aircraft are particularly efficient, using less power than electric cars and featuring minimal moving parts, making them cost-effective for agricultural applications like crop spraying. Equipped with advanced sensors and software, Pyka's airplanes ensure precise flying close to the ground, reducing waste and increasing efficiency for large-scale farmers. The company's goal is to transform the agricultural aviation industry by providing safe, efficient, and affordable aerial solutions.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$92.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary & equity

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

FSA with employer matching

401k

Paid holidays

Unlimited PTO

Free catered lunch & snacks

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems.

Regulatory challenges in defense applications may require stricter compliance.

Dependence on large clients like Heinen Brothers poses revenue risks.

Differentiation

Pyka develops fully autonomous electric aircraft for agriculture and cargo transport.

Their aircraft use less power than electric cars, enhancing cost-effectiveness.

Pyka's Pelican Spray is the largest FAA-authorized UAS for commercial crop spraying.

Upsides

Pyka secured $40M to accelerate aircraft development and commercialization.

Partnership with Sierra Nevada Corporation expands Pyka's defense market reach.

Entry into Brazil with SLC Agrícola showcases global demand for Pyka's technology.

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