Software Engineer (Ground Control Station – GCS)

Cape Town, Western Cape
R70,000-90,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

15 days ago

Job SummaryAn opportunity exists for a Software Engineer to design and develop Ground Control Station (GCS) software for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems. This role is ideal for a developer with strong programming skills and a passion for user interface design, systems integration, and real-time control applications. You will be involved in shaping the user experience and enhancing the overall functionality of advanced UAV systems.Key Duties and Responsibilities

Design and develop software for controlling UAVs from a Ground Control Station
Develop user-friendly and intuitive UI/UX interfaces
Integrate and interact with back-end databases
Participate in peer code reviews
Integrate software with hardware systems
Work within Linux-based environments and use tools such as Qt
Contribute to the full software development lifecycle within a collaborative team environment

Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or Computer Science
Minimum of 3 years' experience in a software development environment
Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: C++, Java, or Python (non-negotiable)
Experience working with UI/UX frameworks and development
Strong understanding of Linux operating systems
Experience with Qt and hardware/software integration is advantageous
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
Excellent communication and collaboration skills

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