<h2>Company Overview</h2><p>Joby Flight Research designs, develops, and flight-tests novel aircraft using a software-first autonomy approach. We build and deploy autonomy, perception, planning, and radar systems across conventional, electric, and hydrogen-electric aircraft in both CTOL and VTOL configurations.</p><h2>Overview</h2><p>Joby’s Flight Research group is looking for a talented, driven individual to lead embedded software and avionics development for innovative aircraft configurations and automation solutions. This role combines hands-on technical contribution with some light management responsibilites to keep the team organized and productive. The lead will be a key stakeholder in defining integration paths and fostering collaboration across Flight Research and Joby. As an agile, and cohesive team, we value initiative, adaptability, and the ability to work across a broad range of disciplines to sustain program momentum.</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul> <li><p>Lead the design, development, and execution of embedded flight software and compute solutions for new aircraft and autonomy applications.</p></li> <li><p>Provide technical leadership and mentorship for a small, multi-disciplinary team (embedded, electrical, avionics).</p></li> <li><p>Drive critical software trade studies, architecture choices, and tool decisions.</p></li> <li><p>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (GNC, Flight Test, Aero, Hardware, Program, etc.) on milestone execution, vehicle bring-up, and integration.</p></li> <li><p>Contribute directly to the software architecture and codebase while supporting the team in delivering robust, reliable solutions.</p></li> <li><p>Design and drive development of embedded systems test frameworks including automated testing, hardware in the loop testing, and software in the loop testing.</p></li></ul><h2>Required</h2><ul> <li>Bachelor's in a related field + 8 years experience or Master's in a related field + 6 years experience.</li> <li>Proven ability to balance leadership, management, and direct technical contribution in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Strong background in real-time, safety-critical embedded software development.</li> <li>Experience developing and integrating fit-to-purpose compute solutions.</li> <li>Experience with hardened/real time linux platforms.</li> <li>Expert-level in C++, Python, and Git.</li> <li>Track record of bringing complex products to market.</li></ul><p><strong>This position must meet US export control compliance requirements, therefore a candidate must qualify as a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15. “US Person” includes US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.</strong></p><h2>Desired</h2><ul> <li>Experience contributing to developer experience (DevX) workstreams, including CI/CD pipelines, and associated tooling to support a high-performing software team.</li> <li>Proven track record of leading agile software teams in robotics, ground vehicles, or aerospace applications in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Experience with the Bazel build system.</li> <li>Experience with Rust</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is ($XX-$XX/yr). The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.</strong></p><p><strong>Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.</strong></p><h2>Additional Information</h2><p>Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p>

Joby Aviation develops a new generation of electric personal aircraft created to revolutionize personal mobility. Its strength is in composite airframe design and fabrication, aerodynamic analysis, high-performance electric motor development, and cutting-edge battery pack design, enabling clients to create a paradigm shift in transportation with safe, quiet, fast and affordable electric vertical takeoff.

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