Software Engineer – Avionics

Sceye

. Develop flight software for high-altitude platforms, simulators, and ground systems .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeMoriarty • New Mexico • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Proficient in C/C++ programming and Linux development practices, with a strong ability to write clean, scalable code for complex systems. Experienced in integrating software with flight hardware and supporting the full software lifecycle in dynamic R&D environments.

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C/C++ ProgrammingLinux DevelopmentGit and CI/CD PipelinesPython and Shell ScriptingAerospace or Robotics Experience

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Hard Skills

C/C++ ProgrammingLinux DevelopmentPythonShell ScriptingSQL DatabasesHardware InterfacesCommunication ProtocolsZeroMQMQTTNix Build System

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityTroubleshootingTraining

Tools & Technologies

GitCI/CD PipelinesJiraGitLabConfluence

Industry Keywords

AerospaceRoboticsPerformance VehiclesTelecommunicationsRF Connectivity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonShell ScriptingSQLSQLiteSwitchingC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop flight software for high-altitude platforms, simulators, and ground systems
Plan and scope software work
Write clean, scalable, tested code
Integrate and test software with flight hardware
Support the full software lifecycle
Train flight operators on best practices for using the software

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Physics, or 4+ years of industry experience
Proficiency in C/C++ programming for device interfaces and Linux development practices
Proficiency in industry-standard development tools and processes, including Git, CI/CD pipelines, and peer review
Record of writing clean, scalable software for complex systems
Ability to adapt and troubleshoot in a dynamic R&D environment
Proficiency in Python and shell scripting
Preferred: experience in aerospace, robotics, or performance vehicles industries
Preferred: familiarity with the Nix build system
Preferred: experience with SQL databases, especially SQLite for system logging
Preferred: experience building physics-based simulators and visualization
Preferred: experience developing hardware interfaces such as ADC, GPIO, motor controllers, and power switching
Preferred: experience with Serial, CAN, and Ethernet communication protocols
Preferred: experience with ZeroMQ and MQTT multi-process messaging systems
Preferred: familiarity with Jira, GitLab, Confluence, and Agile processes
Preferred: experience in telecommunications or RF connectivity
Preferred: experience developing user interfaces for flight/space operations
Preferred: experience setting up networking and writing deployment and monitoring scripts

Benefits

Comp & perks

Chef-prepared lunches with fresh onsite meals
Snacks and refreshments available throughout the day
Access to a gym, pickleball court, and outdoor dog kennel
Dog-friendly workplace
Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, with over 82% of premiums covered and 100% for everything else
401(k) with company match; company contributions are yours from day one
Collaborative, inclusive high-performance culture