Staff Software Engineer at Wisk

Mountain View, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, AviationIndustries

Requirements

  • BS in CS, AE, ME, EE, or equivalent, with 8 years of relevant experience
  • Worked in aircraft, avionics, autonomous vehicles or remotely piloted aircraft field
  • Familiarity and application experience with software development governed by processes for certified safety critical systems (DO-178B/C, ISO-26262, etc.)
  • Hands-on experience using VSCode, Docker, Linux
  • Deep expert proficiency in C/C++
  • Proficient in Python, and shell scripting languages
  • Familiar with Intel/ARM development, an ARINC 653 RTOS, developing software for real-time embedded systems
  • Ability to read schematics and perform basic hardware debugging
  • Hands-on experience taking a software product from ideation to customer release and maintenance
  • Familiar with SWIG and have used it in a test environment
  • Strong and applied knowledge of complex embedded software application design and development
  • Strong and applied understanding of the agile development process
  • Developed FAA certified software on prior programs/projects
  • Familiarity with ARP4754A, DO-160, DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4761, Part 23/25, regulations, AC XX.1309, or similar standards
  • This role will require 15% of travel

Responsibilities

  • Participate and lead in design and implementation of safety-critical and non-safety-critical systems
  • Support Systems Engineering in defining and documenting the technical solution and integration efforts with other projects and external partners
  • Help define software architecture, physical architecture, and integration plans
  • Participate in software requirements development process
  • Develop and integrate software for a real-time embedded system
  • Help coordinate integration and testing efforts
  • Take part in Agile Development processes, cross-functional design reviews, and mentoring

Skills

Embedded Software
Real-Time Systems
Software Architecture
Avionics
Safety-Critical Systems
Systems Engineering
Software Integration
Ground Control Station

Wisk

Develops autonomous electric air taxis

About Wisk

Wisk Aero develops autonomous electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation by introducing air taxis. Their eVTOL aircraft, such as Wisk and Cora, are designed to be safe, sustainable, and accessible, meeting high aviation safety standards. Wisk Aero differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on both the manufacturing of these aircraft and providing air taxi services directly to consumers, as well as partnering with cities and businesses to enhance urban mobility solutions. The company's goal is to address inefficiencies in current transit systems, making air travel a practical option for everyday transportation.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$437.7MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AerospaceIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% paid employee medical, dental, & vision benefits, plus generous cost-sharing for spouse/dependent coverage
401(k) plan with 50% employer matching
9/80 alternative work schedule with every other Friday off
Commuter benefits & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Flexible time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance, plus 10 paid holidays per year
Quarterly wellness stipend to help maintain a healthy lifestyle
Annual company match for charitable giving
Communications allowance
Education assistance and flight lesson subsidy
Free electric vehicle charge stations at HQ
Daily catered lunch in Wisk facilities

Risks

Competition from Airbus and Embraer may impact Wisk's market share.
Regulatory hurdles could delay Wisk's autonomous air taxi deployment.
Public skepticism about autonomous vehicles may hinder Wisk's consumer adoption.

Differentiation

Wisk focuses on autonomous eVTOL aircraft, setting it apart in urban air mobility.
The company has conducted over 1750 test flights, showcasing its commitment to safety.
Wisk's strategic partnerships in Australia highlight its global expansion efforts.

Upsides

Increased interest in urban air mobility boosts demand for Wisk's eVTOL technology.
FAA's approval of airworthiness criteria accelerates Wisk's certification process.
Growing sustainability focus enhances demand for Wisk's zero-emission transportation solutions.

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