Qt​/C++ Application Developer, UAS Technologies

Qt/C++ Application Developer, Central UAS Technologies

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Central UAS Technologies, a business vertical of Central Life Sciences, is expanding! We are an industry pioneering team that develops software solutions for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) including chemical application and surveillance platforms used in agriculture, forestry, mosquito control, and other adjacent industries.

**** Statement to Applicants:
This position is unable to accommodate sponsorship****

We are looking for a Qt/C++ Application Developer with prior robotics or UAS experience to join our growing team. This role will be instrumental in building, maintaining, and deploying future GCS software in addition to contributing to firmware solutions for our current and future product lines. Our ideal candidate will also have some familiarity with integrating with backend APIs and mapping services.

You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects alongside a multidisciplinary team. We are a small but fast-growing engineering group, and you will be asked to contribute, at times, to all aspects of the software and product development life cycle including feature development, documentation, automated testing, architectural decisions, and technical support when necessary.

The position requires work and training to be performed routinely on-site at our Daytona Beach, FL facilities. While occasional work from home may be feasible, remote-only candidates will NOT be considered.

• Build and maintain ground control station (GCS) apps and companion utilities on the Qt stack using C++ and QML, Android JNI, ADB, and related tooling
• Contribute to firmware development and sensor integration (e.g. Mavlink)
• Build and maintain features, improvements, and software architectures that support native applications
• Develop professional user experiences

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical degree
• Demonstrable experience and skill in C++ development (2+ years)
• Knowledge of Qt/QML Framework and GUI development

• Exposure to open-source UAV software systems (e.g. PX4, Ardupilot, Dronecode, Mission Planner, QGround
  
  Control, etc.)
• Experience with one or more scripting languages (e.g. Python, Java script, LUA, etc.)
• Clear examples of projects/products/labs that you’ve been a key contributor
• The ability to work independently and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• This position is unable to accommodate sponsorship

• Previous Experience with UAVs/Robotics, computer vision, or artificial intelligence
• Experience with embedded and real-time systems, microcontrollers, etc.
• Experience with Web or backend API development (e.g. .NET or JavaScript frameworks)
• Experience with Cloud Infrastructure and IOT
• Experience with GIS systems and/or mapping libraries
• Experience developing mobile android applications
• Professional experience or interest in vector-borne disease control, ecology, agriculture, or forestry domains

• Regular standing, sitting, walking, occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and handling large, medium, and small sized components
• This position is based in a low volume, indoor temperature-controlled manufacturing/assembly setting. This position requires the frequent use of a computer and UAS equipment
• Strong team working skills through collaborative problem solving

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.