**Job Description:**

**JOB TITLE: Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Autonomy**

Join us to shape the future of vertical flight through cutting-edge autonomous solutions.

We are seeking a **Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Autonomy** to join the **Automation & Autonomy** team within our Technology & Innovation Area at the Helicopters Division site in Cascina Costa.

**ACTIVITIES**

The candidate will be responsible for the following activities:

- **Rapid Prototyping & Versatility:** Participating in the development and deployment of autonomy solutions across both prototyping platforms and high-fidelity simulation environments.
- **Code Quality & Compliance:** Conducting regular code reviews and compliance checks to support and guide other software engineers.
- **Algorithm Deployment:** Deploying autonomy and perception algorithms onto target computing hardware, evaluating computational efficiency, and identifying bottlenecks or certification risks.
- **Mentorship & Leadership:** Enhancing software team capabilities by implementing CI/CD pipelines, streamlining team organization, and ensuring code certifiability through the application of industry standards.
- **Hardware Integration:** Reviewing existing avionic architectures to analyze the feasibility and operability of autonomy stack integration, while proposing enhanced architectural solutions for future development phases.
- **Workflow Standardization:** Establishing coding standards for onboard algorithm deployment and monitoring automated testing and CI/CD workflows.
- **Avionic Architecture Review:** Proposing strategic milestones for hardware/software qualification in strict compliance with avionic safety standards.

The candidate will interface with the following business functions:

- **Automation & Autonomy Roadmap Manager:** Engaging in regular collaboration to steer project direction and define new strategic initiatives.
- **Automation & Autonomy Technical Leader:** Assisting in team timeline definition and providing expert counsel to guide key decision-making processes, ensuring the evolution of current solutions into market-ready products.
- **Team Members:** Collaborating closely with cross-functional colleagues within a structured Agile/Scrum workflow.
- **Technology & Innovation Unit:** Maintaining alignment with the latest technological advancements to ensure their effective integration into ongoing projects.

**REQUIREMENTS**

**Qualifications:**

- Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or Electrical Engineering.
- A PhD or relevant publications in the field of Embedded Systems will be considered a strong plus.

**Seniority:**

- **Senior Level:** 5 to 10 years of professional experience (candidates with a strong "Expert" profile of 3+ years will also be evaluated).

**Technical Knowledge and Skills:**

- **Embedded Programming:** Deep proficiency in C++ (Object-Oriented Programming) and C for embedded systems.
- **Certification Standards:** Proven experience in adapting code to meet rigorous standards such as DO-178C, ECSS-E-ST-40, or ISO 26262.
- **Hardware Integration:** Hands-on experience integrating sensors (ideally ADAS) and computing hardware (CPU, GPU, MCUs, and FPGA) for aerospace, space, or automotive applications.
- **Communication Protocols:** In-depth knowledge of CAN, ARINC 429/825, SPACE-CAN, and AFDX.
- **Hardware Qualification:** Knowledge of DO-254, ISO 26262, MIL-STD-882E, and other industry-specific compliance standards.
- **RTOS & Middleware:** Hands-on experience with at least one Real-Time Operating System, such as Green Hills or similar and robotic middleware (ROS/ROS2, MQTT).
- **AI Deployment:** Familiarity with AI algorithm deployment tools such as NVIDIA CUDA and TensorRT.
- **Containerization:** Proficiency with Docker (essential) and Singularity.
- **Electronics:** Knowledge of electronics, power systems, SoC (System on Chip) technologies, and circuit design for performance optimization.
- **Autonomy Concepts:** Understanding of computer vision, sensing, control principles, and path planning.
- **Version Control:** Proficiency with Git.
- *Nice to have:* Experience with PX4 or Ardupilot.

**Behavioral Skills:**

- Strong mentorship and leadership capabilities.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Proactive problem-solving approach with a hands-on attitude.
- Technical creativity and "out-of-the-box" thinking.
- Flexibility and adaptability to evolving technologies and methodologies.

**Language Skills:**

- **English:** Full Professional Proficiency (C1 level recommended).
- **Italian:** Knowledge of the Italian language is considered a plus.

**IT Skills:**

- Familiarity with cloud deployment platforms and on-edge devices.
- Solid understanding of common IT protocols and networking.

**Other:**

- Any publications, presentations, or contributions to the embedded systems community will be highly regarded.
- Active participation in Open Source projects is considered a plus.
- Willingness to travel within Italy and abroad as required by project needs.

**Seniority:**

**Primary Location:**

IT - Varese - Cascina Costa

**Additional Locations:**

**Contract Type:**

Permanent

**Hybrid Working:**

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