Team Lead - Software Engineer

Edge Autonomy Riga is a globally operating company with its headquarters in the United States and is proud to be part of the Redwire group. We specialize in the design, manufacturing, and integration of autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced electro-optical surveillance systems. Our technologies are trusted and deployed across defense, security, civil, and industrial sectors worldwide.

The Team Lead – Software Engineer is responsible for leading all software development activities related to the Ground Control System (GCS) of the Penguin UAS. This role involves managing a team of software engineers, defining software architecture and development practices, and ensuring safe, reliable, and user-friendly mission control solutions for complex operational environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the Software Engineer team and guide development of Ground Control System (GCS) software

Manage Software engineers and expand GCS capabilities to support mission and flight operations

Design, implement, and test user interfaces for aircraft command, mission execution, and planning

Ensure software safety, reliability, and compliance with mission and performance requirements

Work closely with operators and flight-test teams to gather feedback and improve usability

Drive continuous improvement to reduce operator workload and increase mission success.

Qualifications:

Experience in UAS/UAV GCS software development and software architecture decision-making

Strong coding skills in C# and C++, with knowledge of OOP, MVVM, Qt, QML, WinForms, and WPF

Experience in code reviews, mentoring engineers, and aligning technical roadmaps with product goals

Solid project planning skills, including work estimation, cross-functional coordination, and on-time delivery

Excellent communication skills with the ability to represent engineering projects to stakeholders and lead team discussions

Experience improving development processes (code reviews, CI/CD, Agile) and ensuring high software quality.

We offer:

A culture that values expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement

Engagement with industry-leading UAS technologies and advanced solutions

Access to continuous training and professional and leadership development

A modern production facility with cutting-edge equipment and a dynamic work environment

Competitive salary

Health insurance and accident insurance

Accident insurance for children

Annual performance-based bonus program

Annual salary review

Financial support in special life situations.

Join our team and grow your technical skills while working with world-class technologies! Please submit your CV in English by clicking 'Apply' or send it directly to [email protected]

We appreciate every application, but please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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