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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Descripción De La Vacante - **Location:** Valencia, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Custom Software, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Working Model 2D, Serial Peripheral Interface, Deployment Automation - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobleads.com/job/eddeb71d46567ff40a3db013525666631 ## About the Role * 5+ years of relevant work experience. * Strong programming skills in C, C++, and Python. * Expertise in developing embedded software., * Design and implement software solutions for a novel UAV system. * Integrate COTS and custom avionics components into a working UAV platform. * Participate in flight test campaigns and in-flight data analysis. Conocimientos C programming C++ programming Python programming Communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART) Embedded software development Hands-on experience with product deployment, * 5+ years of relevant work experience * Strong programming skills in C, C++ and Python * Knowledge of communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART) for inter-component communication * Expertise in developing embedded software and embedded communication protocols * Hands-on experience with product deployment and debugging Nice to Have Skills * A degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Robotics, or a related field * Experience with high-reliability electronics design for harsh environments * Familiarity with industry standards for electronics design and testing * Simulation development skills for electronic systems (SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink) * Experience with smart systems that are networked as cloud-linked fleets with telemetry * Passion for solving complex problems in a team environment * Proactive, can-do attitude and love for aerospace expected ## Description ICEYE is seeking an experienced Software Engineer for the Unmanned Aircraft program. In this role, you will develop custom software for the stratospheric electric aircraft, requiring expertise in C, C++, and Python. You will design software solutions, integrate avionics, and improve simulation systems while participating in flight test campaigns. The position offers a hybrid working model and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive work environment., As a Software Engineer on the HAPS program, you will develop and maintain the custom software that keeps ICEYE's stratospheric electric aircraft flying - spanning the full stack from embedded avionics and command & control systems to simulation environments and ground-based tooling. You will integrate COTS and custom avionics components into a working UAV platform, build and improve hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop simulation systems, and participate directly in flight test campaigns - turning real-world data into software improvements that push the aircraft's capabilities forward. Day-to-Day Responsibilities * Design and implement software solutions for a novel UAV system * Integrate commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and custom avionics components into a working UAV platform * Develop and implement a Command & Control segment for the UAV system * Develop and/or improve hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) and software-in-the-loop (SITL) simulation systems * Discover and understand airworthiness requirements * Understand operational needs and develop solutions to improve operations * Develop verification procedures * Participate in flight test campaigns and in-flight data analysis ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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