Robotics Software Engineer - UAS

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Role Overview

Pheratech Systems is hiring a mid-level Robotics Software Engineer - UAS. This is a full-time role. Part of Pheratech Systems's Embedded hiring, posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Embedded roles is $135k-$180k (based on 75 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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About The Role

Pheratech Systems is seeking a Robotics Software Engineer to develop autonomous UAV systems across embedded Linux platforms, distributed C++ applications, networking, ground control software, and hardware integration. This role spans the robotics software stack from simulation and autonomy development to deployment, flight testing, and field operations.

You’ll work closely with robotics, autonomy, AI, and flight systems engineers to build software that enables autonomous aerial systems to operate reliably in complex, real-world environments. Successful candidates are curious, proactive, and excited to learn new technologies. Our work spans software, embedded systems, networking, robotics, and hardware integration, so engineers should enjoy solving problems across traditional discipline boundaries.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain robotics software primarily in modern C++
Develop software for embedded Linux UAV platforms
Build distributed software components for autonomous robotic systems
Integrate software with UAV hardware, sensors, radios, and onboard computers
Develop networking and communications capabilities between autonomous systems
Create tooling and automation in Python and Bash
Debug and optimize software running on embedded hardware
Support simulation, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and flight testing
Collaborate across software, electrical, mechanical, and autonomy engineering teams
Contribute to software architecture, testing, documentation, and code reviews

Required Qualifications

B.S. or M.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
Strong proficiency in modern C++
Proficiency in Python for scripting, tooling, testing, and automation
Familiarity with Bash and Linux command-line development workflows
Experience working in Linux development environments
Experience using Git in collaborative software development
Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work across both software and hardware during system integration
Self-motivated with the ability to quickly learn unfamiliar technologies

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing software for Embedded Linux platforms
Understanding of computer networking fundamentals (TCP/UDP, sockets, IP networking)
Experience with robotics or autonomous systems
Experience with embedded systems or microcontrollers
Experience with NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, or similar embedded Linux platforms

Bonus Qualifications

Experience with PX4, MAVLink, MAVSDK, or ROS 2
Experience with computer vision or AI inference
Experience with distributed systems or multi-agent robotic systems
Experience developing desktop applications with Qt/QML or similar GUI frameworks
Experience with multimedia streaming technologies such as GStreamer or FFmpeg

What You'll Work On

Autonomous UAV software
Distributed robotics systems
Embedded Linux platforms
Ground control software
Simulation and flight testing
Networking and communications
Hardware integration
AI-enabled robotic systems
Real-world field deployments

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy building complete robotic systems and are excited to see their software deployed on autonomous aircraft operating in real-world environments.

About Pheratech Systems

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How do I apply for the Robotics Software Engineer - UAS position at Pheratech Systems?

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What does a Robotics Software Engineer - UAS at Pheratech Systems earn?

Pheratech Systems has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Robotics Software Engineer - UAS role at Pheratech Systems posted?

This role was posted on July 21, 2026 (yesterday). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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