The Integration Engineer at Swarmer will lead the hardware composition, connectivity, and integration of drone systems with software solutions. This role is essential in developing reliable, high-performance embedded systems for autonomous drones deployed in critical defense applications.
What You'll Do
- Assessing technical requirements for hardware composition and hardware requirements for software features
- Designing and documenting decisions, protocols, and specifications to streamline the manufacturing process
- Prototyping solutions to bridge the gap between hardware and software products in the ecosystem
- Working closely with external hardware vendors and providing technical expertise for integrations
- Ensuring interoperability and final quality of integrated systems
- Design and develop hardware architectures for drone systems, including component selection, layout considerations, and system-level integration planning
- Develop and optimize embedded software for companion computers, microcontrollers, flight controllers, and other hardware components
- Ensure efficient resource utilization and real-time performance of embedded systems
- Build and test hardware prototypes
- Conduct performance evaluations and iterate on designs to meet product specifications and reliability standards
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to streamline production processes
- Develop assembly procedures and ensure quality control throughout the manufacturing lifecycle
- Work directly with hardware vendors and suppliers to specify requirements
- Evaluate components and oversee the integration of third-party hardware solutions
- Bridge the gap between hardware capabilities and software requirements
- Ensure seamless communication between embedded systems and higher-level autonomy software
- Create detailed technical specifications, hardware design documents, and integration guides for internal teams and external partners
- Implement rigorous testing protocols for hardware reliability, environmental durability, and compliance with industry standards and regulations
What We're Looking For
- Hands-on experience with hardware, microcontrollers, and operating systems for embedded platforms
- Demonstrated experience with UAV technologies, including flight controllers, communication protocols (e.g., MAVLink), and autopilots (ArduPilot/PX4/etc)
- Strong skills in Networking (OSI layers, firewalls, routing)
- Strong skills in Linux, Shell scripting, Docker, Python, and databases (SQL/NoSQL)
- Proven track record of planning, executing, and documenting complex system integrations, particularly involving both hardware and software components
- Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong analytical skills with a talent for diagnosing and resolving integration issues efficiently
Nice to Have
- Experience with Embedded Linux
- Experience with C/C++
- Experience with IoT communication protocols
- RF engineering knowledge
- Familiarity with platforms like Raspberry Pi and various flight controllers (e.g., Matek, OrangeCube) used in drone and embedded development
Technical Stack
- Embedded Linux
- MAVLink
- ArduPilot
- PX4
- Networking (OSI layers, firewalls, routing)
- Linux
- Shell scripting
- Docker
- Python
- SQL
- NoSQL
- C/C++
- IoT communication protocols
- Raspberry Pi
- Matek
- OrangeCube
Team & Environment
- Lean, ambitious, and strong team
- Direct, fast-moving, no performative nonsense
Benefits & Compensation
- Work on meaningful products that protect lives and shape the future of Defense Tech
- Dynamic environment with the unique opportunity to directly influence and see the impact of your work
- Lean, ambitious, and strong team
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package (insurance, paid sick leaves, 20 paid days off per year)
- Benefits of the defense sector (reservation and related benefits)
Work Mode
- Flexible remote work options (possibility to commute to the office if needed is essential)
Swarmer is an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all.
