UX at Pyka

Alameda, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Aviation, Autonomous SystemsIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in software engineering with a UI/UX focus
Strong experience with Qt (bonus points for QML)
Experience with modern (C++11 and beyond) C++ coding
A background in building human-machine interfaces — automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or similar
A keen eye for design and user experience — you care deeply about how software looks and feels
Able to work independently and take full ownership of complex projects
Experience with JavaScript is a plus, but Qt/QML proficiency is key

Responsibilities

Take full ownership of Plane View, our core Qt/QML application and other human-machine interfaces in our codebase
Define and uphold interface standards, visual consistency, and usability across our user interfaces
Design and implement intuitive, high-performance user interfaces for real-time systems
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team; guide interface architecture and improvements
Serve as the go-to UI/UX expert for the team and a key voice in product usability discussions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

QtQMLUI/UXHMIReal-time InterfacesSoftware Engineering

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for this Senior Software Engineer role?

The role requires 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a UI/UX focus.

What technical skills are needed for this position?

Proficiency in Qt/QML is essential, along with experience building UIs for complex real-time systems like vehicles, medical devices, or robotics.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

Responsibilities include taking full ownership of the Plane View Qt/QML application, defining interface standards, designing intuitive UIs for real-time systems, collaborating with the engineering team, and serving as the UI/UX expert.

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 role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

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