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Embedded Software Engineer, Navigation Algorithm

Joby Aviation

$91,400 - $145,500
Dec 1, 2025
Santa Cruz, CA, US
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Joby is looking to develop, test, and deploy embedded drivers and algorithms for aircraft's flight sensors systems to produce navigation and air data for the integrated flight propulsion and control system, ensuring the safety of an electric-powered, fly-by-wire aircraft.

Requirements

  • Demonstrable proficiency in C++ and python
  • Demonstrable proficiency in object-oriented programming methodology and multi-layer system architectures
  • Proficient in Bayesian estimation concepts and Kalman filtering
  • Proficient in statistics concepts and statistical data analysis
  • Comfortable implementing complex mathematical algorithms and bookkeeping schemes
  • Basic understanding of version control technologies
  • Familiar with writing efficient, hardware-accelerated code (e.g., SIMD, GPU, or FPGA), especially for digital signal processing applications

Responsibilities

  • Develop algorithms to fuse sensor data and monitor sensor health
  • Develop embedded system architecture
  • Write software for the flight sensors systems
  • Test algorithms and software

Other

  • Bachelors in aerospace/mechanical engineering, computer science, or related field and 5+ years of industry experience in software engineering or an advanced degree (MS or PhD) and 3+ years industry experience in software engineering
  • Eager to learn new techniques and experiment with advanced technologies
  • Understanding of DO-178C or safety critical software
  • Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse and effective workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
  • Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.