About Drone Amplified At Drone Amplified, we tackle the "Dull, Dirty, and Dangerous." We specialize in Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) designed to take humans out of harm's way. Our flagship technology, IGNIS, is a global leader in remote aerial ignition, allowing firefighters to manage prescribed burns and wildfire backburns from a safe distance. From the US Forest Service to international agencies, our tech is on the front lines of wildland fire management. We're also proud to add MONTIS to our product line. The MONTIS drops explosive charges with precision-timed detonators to trigger avalanches safely and effectively. Our systems run on custom-designed electronics and are controlled by D.A. Flight, our ground control software built from the ground up, to be fast, efficient, and customizable for use in the most extreme environments. We aren't just building drones; we're building a safer future for those who protect our land.

The Role:

Junior Software Engineer We are looking for a highly motivated Software Engineer for Embedded Systems and low-level App development who lives at the intersection of "meticulous" and "innovative." You'll be a key part of a small, high-output team where your work directly impacts the reliability of life-saving equipment.

Who You Are A First-Principles Thinker:

You don't just follow industry standards; you break problems down to their fundamentals. You ask "Why?" until you reach the bedrock of the engineering challenge. An Inventor at

Heart:

You have a "builder" soul. Whether it's a side project in your garage or a complex professional project, you are happiest when you are creating something that didn't exist yesterday.

Eager Learner:

You possess strong foundational coding skills, a passion for software engineering, and a constant drive to expand your technical expertise.

Collaborative Mindset:

You thrive in team environments, actively participate in code reviews, and communicate effectively with cross-functional team members.

Problem Solver:

You approach software bugs and design challenges with curiosity, patience, and analytical thinking.

Responsibilities:

Collect requirements, test, and take the product through development processes. Develop embedded systems software and low-level code to interface with our D.A. Flight ground control software. Work individually and collaboratively with a cross-disciplinary team across multiple locations. Improve upon existing systems to ensure they meet customer requirements. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code to support

IGNIS, MONTIS, D.A.

Flight, and future drone technologies. Assist senior engineers in designing, developing, and testing new software features for UAS flight control and safety systems. Participate in peer code reviews to maintain high software quality standards and share knowledge across the engineering team. Debug software issues and help troubleshoot real-world system behavior during testing and field deployments. Develop unit, integration, and automated tests to ensure software reliability and mission-critical performance. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary hardware and systems teams to align software functionality with operational needs. Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and system release notes. Candidates should plan to work at our office in Pennsauken, NJ, regularly. This is a hands-on job. Some amount of regular or periodic remote work is possible.

Required Experience and Knowledge:

M.S. or 2 years of industry experience in Software Engineering or in a related field. Proficient in C programming language, writing low-level code, and manual memory management.

Proficiency using a debugger:

setting conditional breakpoints and stepping through disassembly. Ability to manage projects and timelines. Strong communication skills to interface with other team members and clients. Willingness to learn and assist with a little bit of everything as is needed for our startup. Comfortable with fast-turn projects. Familiar with using Git to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Preferred Skill RC Vehicles and drones PX4, Ardupilot, or Betaflight Android development RF equipment, SDR, Antenna theory Network Systems Benefits of working at

Drone Amplified:

We are a financially strong startup that is growing fast. It is a great time to join our team. We have offices in Lincoln, Nebraska, and Pennsauken, NJ.

Salary:

We offer a competitive salary and opportunities for advancement as we grow.

Drone Flight Training:

All of our employees have the opportunity to learn to fly drones and to receive an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.

Equity:

All of our employees receive stock options.

Moving Expenses:

We will cover part of your move if you are coming from out of town.

Insurance:

This position includes health, dental, and vision insurance. This is a high-deductible plan, which makes you eligible for a health savings account to which Drone Amplified makes an additional annual contribution.

Retirement:

This position includes a 401(k) retirement account where Drone Amplified will match up to 5% of employee contributions.

Community Giving:

We will match your donations dollar for dollar, up to $500 per year. Drone Amplified is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person