Software Developer Laser Communication for UAVs/Drones

Cucuyo GmbH

Planegg, Germany

2 months ago

Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Experience required

5 years minimum

Compensation

€72,000.0 - €96,000.0

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

indeed.com

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) C++ (Programming Language) Communications Protocols Software Debugging Linux Embedded Software Ethernet Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Design of User Interfaces MySQL Qt (Software) Software Engineering

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System on a Chip Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter Yocto Bare Metal

Job description

Develop embedded real-time control software for our advanced laser terminal systems, implementing pointing algorithms and communication protocols
Develop software on the software side of Xilinx Zynq MPSoC , in both bare-metal and PetaLinux/Yocto environments. Access to varied interfaces such as I2C, SPI, CAN, UART, Ethernet
Implement support systems on ARM cores for navigation systems, drone communication protocols, and user interfaces. Besides C/C++ code this will also require MySQL, Qt and Java
Participate in field and flight testing to validate system performance in challenging environments
Be part of a software team collaborating closely with hardware, optics, and systems teams to integrate, debug, and optimize the full system stack

Requirements

Do you have experience in MySQL?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, * MS degree in Electronics, Software Engineering, or a closely related field with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience

Experience in developing embedded software under real-time conditions for high-precision pointing systems (such gimballed systems, drones, navigation systems) is an asset
Hands-on experience with FPGA-SoC platforms (preferably Xilinx Zynq)
Familiarity with both low-level (bare-metal) and Linux-based development workflows
A collaborative mindset and readiness to contribute to a fast-paced, cross-disciplinary team
Bonus: experience with airborne/aerospace/navigation systems

Benefits & conditions

Why Join Us?

Shape next-gen laser communication technology with real-world impact
Work in a deep-tech startup backed by top-tier research and strategic partners
Join an inspiring, international, mission-driven, agile team
Flat hierarchies, real ownership, and the chance to grow with us
A mix of lab, field, and flight testing - no two days are the same

About the company

Cucuyo develops and manufactures laser communication systems for unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs and ground stations). We are a start-up located in Krailling near Munich. You will be part of a team of technical experts to build an exciting future for the company.