Swarmer develops software that makes drones autonomous and allows them to operate together, in large teams, without pilots required. Our technology has been battle-tested across 100,000+ combat missions in Ukraine — the world's most intense proving ground for drone warfare. We just closed a $15M Series A (the largest investment in Ukrainian defense tech since the war began) and we're scaling operations to serve NATO-aligned nations.
This isn't theoretical. This is software that's being used right now to save lives and defend democracy.
What we’re looking for:We are looking for a Principal Wireless Network Engineer to design, build, and optimize the networking layer that powers our autonomy platform.
This role blends embedded systems expertise with advanced networking — ensuring our radios, MESH protocols, and routing logic are secure, resilient, and seamlessly integrated with our autonomy stack. You’ll work at the intersection of hardware and software, enabling reliable communication across swarming drones and distributed autonomous systems. This role sits at the intersection of embedded systems, wireless networking, and distributed systems/IoT.
You’ll be a good fit if you have:4+ years of experience as an Embedded Network Engineer or in a similar role.
Strong wireless networking expertise, with a focus on mesh/p2p/p2mp protocols (e.g., 802.11s, B.A.T.M.A.N., OLSR, or similar).
Hands-on experience with embedded systems, radios, and networking modules (LoRa, Wi-Fi, LTE/5G, SDR, etc.).
A solid understanding of hardware–software integration in resource-constrained environments.
IoT systems or distributed device communication
Data pipelines between edge devices (telemetry, sensor fusion, etc.)
Debugging real-world networking issues (latency, packet loss, interference)
Proven ability to diagnose and resolve wireless connectivity, routing, and interference issues in multi-node networks.
Familiarity with secure communications and resilience techniques (encryption, anti-jam, anti-spoofing, etc.).
Experience with mission-critical or field-deployed systems (a strong plus).
English level: B2 or higher.
Design, implement, and optimize embedded networking solutions for distributed autonomous systems, with a strong focus on MESH networking (802.11s, BATMAN, OLSR, etc.), as well as peer-to-peer (P2P) and point-to-multipoint (P2MP) communication architectures.
Develop and test embedded hardware/software integrations for radios, single-board computers, and networking modules in cooperation with the integration team
Configure, tune, and validate wireless communication systems - including mesh, peer-to-peer, and point-to-multipoint architectures - to deliver reliable, low-latency connectivity in challenging and unstable environments.
Troubleshoot and resolve connectivity, interference, and routing issues across distributed wireless networks, including mesh, peer-to-peer, and point-to-multipoint architectures.
Maintain and update networking firmware, drivers, and protocol stacks to ensure security, performance, and scalability.
Contribute to resilience and security hardening of communication channels against jamming, spoofing, or interception.
Collaborate closely with integration, autonomy, DevOps, and security teams to integrate the networking layer into the overall swarm platform.
A chance to design and secure the physical backbone of our autonomy platform at the heart of Ukraine’s defense tech ecosystem and its international expansion.
Direct impact in a high-stakes industry where reliable network hardware decisions have real-world consequences.
Professional growth through exposure to cutting-edge autonomous systems and international best practices in hardware and network engineering.
Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (insurance, paid sick leave, 20 paid days off per year).
Flexible remote work options where possible.
✔️Intro Call with TA Specialist → ✔️Technical Interview (2 parts) → ✔️Management Interview → ✔️Final interview → ✔️Offer
Please note that, as a leading defense tech company, we take operations security seriously and may need to perform additional background checks as part of our hiring process. We will do so in accordance with all applicable EU laws and regulations and safeguard your data in the process.
Why this matters (and why you should care):Ukraine is deploying 5 million drones in 2025 alone. The US and NATO are paying attention. The future of defense isn't more pilots—it's smarter software. We're not selling PowerPoints; we're selling proven technology that's been refined under the most demanding conditions imaginable.
Our team is direct, moves fast, and doesn't waste time on performative nonsense. If you want a company with seven layers of approval and endless consensus-building, this isn't it. If you want to do the most important work of your career with people who say what they mean and execute, let's talk.
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If you’re excited about solving complex challenges and eager to contribute to the safety and security of Western-Democratic nations, please get in touch!
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Swarmer develops software systems that allow unmanned vehicles to act autonomously and work together in large teams. Its systems are centered on ethical AI and require humans to make all life-or-death decisions, while also allowing computers to do what they do best—processing large quantities of information and reacting to the rapidly changing environment in split seconds. Swarmer has successfully demonstrated swarms of up to 25 drones working together in GNSS-denied environments. In the near future, it plans to demonstrate combined-arms operations involving 100+ drones of various kinds, working in concert to seamlessly integrate UAS, USV, UGV, and stationary launchers into a single swarm that functions as one unit. Beyond defense applications, Swarmer’s hardware-agnostic platform positions the company to transform civilian markets from precision agriculture and emergency response to infrastructure inspections and environmental monitoring.
