Senior Flight Software Engineer

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Archer is an aerospace company based in Palo Alto, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.</span></p></div><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Develop safety critical software components for Archer’s fault tolerant avionics system.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Work with system architects to decompose item requirements into high level and low level software requirements in compliance with DO-178C.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and integrate complex hardware/software systems</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Participate in rapid prototyping activities to develop and mature new technologies</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes to increase safety and efficiency.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Need</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">5+ years of experience in a related field</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Degree in Computer Science or a related field</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Proficiency with C and C++</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fluency with widely used scripting languages like bash and Python</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Experience developing software complying with safety standards like DO-178C or ISO 26262</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Deep knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and multi-threading</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Deep understanding of communication standards and protocols (RS-422/485, CAN, Ethernet, TCP/IP, etc…)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Familiarity with debuggers and lab instruments such oscilloscopes and bus analyzers</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Linux as your favorite development environment</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Excellent organizational and communication skills</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Bonus Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Experience with VHDL and/or Verilog development</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Familiarity with modeling tools like UML or SysML</span></li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><h5><span style="font-weight: 400;">Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</span></h5></div>