ForeFlight is looking for a strong algorithm developer who is familiar with C++ to join the Debrief team to work on the flight analyzer. We are looking for a talented Software Engineer with a strong mathematical background and expertise in statistical analysis to join our dynamic team.
This is a unique opportunity for a person with strong mathematical thinking and analytical skills, who also enjoys writing robust production code, to increase pilot proficiency and flight safety. As a member of the team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining software that processes and analyzes flight data. You will work on implementing and optimizing algorithms related to statistical analysis, sampling mechanisms, and data processing. You will collaborate closely with other engineers and product managers to deliver high-quality features that enhance the ForeFlight Debrief experience.
This position is based in any of our three offices, and remote options are available. A pilot-coder, or individual looking to pursue their private pilot license, is a plus.
Required Skills
- Advanced proficiency in C++
- Solid working knowledge of signal processing, pattern recognition, Kalman filter, Monte Carlo method, and similar techniques
- Experience deploying and scaling applications using cloud service providers
- 5+ years of experience in similar role
About ForeFlight, LLC
ForeFlight produces the best-selling iPad and iPhone app for pilots flying personal and business aircraft, corporate flight departments, and aircraft operators. Customers include individual pilots worldwide, Fortune 500 corporate flight departments, state and federal agencies, leading operators, the military, and leading aircraft OEMs. We have been in the App Store since its grand opening in July, 2008 and are consistently ranked in the top 50 grossing iPad apps in the App Store.
We are known for our exceptional software user interface design and responsive, customer support. ForeFlight Mobile, our flagship application, was named Aviation Consumer's 2011 App of the Year and received Flying Magazine's Editors' Choice Award for 2011, 2012, and 2013.
Why You Should Join:
At ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We believe in our employees, and we empower them to make a direct impact on our products and services messaging. We strive to provide ForeFlighters and their loved ones with a world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes but not limited to the following:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums
- Open PTO Policy
- 401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting
- 10 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
- 4 Weeks Paid Paternity Leave
- Flight Training Rewards
- Tuition Stipend
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
ForeFlight was founded in 2007 by aviation entrepreneurs who set out to build elegant, high-performing flight planning and flight bag apps for pilots. ForeFlight Mobile, the company’s flagship product, improves situational awareness, increases productivity, and simplifies decision making for pilots and flight crews all over the world. ForeFlight is used by all segments of aviation, including general, business, commercial, and military aviation. Learn more at www.foreflight.com.
Why Work With Us
ForeFlight is unique because it is the perfect fusion of a fast-paced, innovative software company and an incredible community of aviation enthusiasts.
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Employees work remotely.
We hire in 26 states across the country with three offices located in Austin, Houston, and Portland, ME. We encourage those employees that live near an office to go in a couple days a week.
