Staff Autonomy Software Engineer, Archer
$151.7-189.6k
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Office located in San Jose, CA
Electric air taxis
Job no longer available
Electric air taxis
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$151.7-189.6k
More information about location
Office located in San Jose, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To unlock the skies, freeing everyone to reimagine how they move and spend time.
Role
Who you are
- Passion for learning and problem solving
- A general knowledge of or interest in aviation
- Experience with advancing technologies from concept to production
- Degree in engineering or related field
- 7+ years of professional experience in the Aerospace/Automotive industry
- Hands on experience designing, implementing, integrating and validating software for autonomous systems
- Experience with widely used languages like C++, Python, Matlab
- Generalist mindset, with the ability to work cross platform, from bringing up simulations on cloud compute platforms to optimizing software for embedded systems
- Broad knowledge of sensors typically used in autonomous systems (INS, radars, cameras, Lidars, radio positioning systems, etc.)
- Good understanding of computer architecture, embedded software, communication standards and protocols
- A basic understanding of fundamental physics
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience certifying software for aerospace or autonomous vehicles (DO-178C or ISO-26262)
- Experience working on software for Flight Controls, State Estimation or Flight Management Systems
- Excel at working on multiple projects at the same time or wearing multiple hats
What the job involves
- Join a small team of engineers working on Archer’s autonomous future
- Breakdown high level concepts and requirements into achievable tasks
- Develop simulations and technology demonstrators to verify and demonstrate concepts
- Architect, implement and validate software that will be deployed to simulations, drone testbeds and full scale aircrafts
- Work closely with suppliers, partners, regulators and standardization bodies to develop the required components and technologies
- Contribute to evaluating emerging technologies, concepts, and industry trends
Our take
With traffic, noise, and emissions becoming major challenges for urban life, Archer is building electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircrafts, led by its flagship model, Midnight, offering a cleaner, quieter alternative to traditional short-haul travel. The idea is simple: replace long car rides with quick, sustainable fluights that lift off vertically, fly over the gridlock, and help reduce urban pollution. It's a bold shift in transportation, but one that could meaningfully change how we navigate cities in the years ahead.
Midnight is designed to make these short flights practical, safe, and efficient. Its electric powertrain significantly reduce noise and emissions compared to helicopters (one of the biggest barriers to adopting urban air mobility at scale). However, eVTOLs face hurdles before becoming an everyday reality, including regulatory approvals, infrastructure build-out, and the operational testing needed to prove long-term safety and reliability. Archer is addressing these challenges with major manufacturing investment, deep engineering partnerships, and ongoing flight testing in the US and abroad.
Even with these barriers, Archer has been moving from success to success. The company is set to be the official air taxi provider for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. And its recent acquisition of Hawthorne Airport in LA will serve as both a launch site and an innovation hub for next-generation, AI-powered aviation operations. On the commercial side, Archer's partnerships with United Airlines and its growing international presence signal strong industry confidence. COmbines with newly expanded funding and successful long-range flight tests, Archer sure is a promising player in eVTOl aviation.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
44% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Jul 2020
$55.7m
SERIES A
Total funding: $55.7m
Company HQ
Tasman and Zanker, San Jose, CA
Leadership
Adam Goldstein
(Founder & CEO)Began their career in Financial Services, before co-founding Vettery, a talent marketplace, in 2012. Founded Archer in 2018.
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