Software Engineer

Advanced Navigation is the world’s most determined innovator in AI robotics and navigation technologies across land, air, sea and space applications. Founded on a culture of research and discovery, Advanced Navigation's mission is to be the catalyst of the autonomy revolution. Fields of expertise include artificial intelligence, underwater sonar, GNSS, radio frequency systems, inertial sensors, robotics, quantum sensors and photonics. 

Today, Advanced Navigation is a supplier to some of the world's largest companies, including Airbus, Boeing, Google, Tesla, NASA, Apple, and General Motors. Discover it for yourself: https://youtu.be/F7uAqs1gtuk

OVERVIEW OF ROLE 

Advanced Navigation enters a new phase of Growth and International expansion. The Software Platforms team is on a mission to develop software to ensure that our products are the most reliable, high performance navigation products in the world. As a Software Engineer you will be instrumental in realising this ambition, developing software to solve real world problems with real world impact.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Working closely with a passionate team of engineers to develop web based frontend applications in Typescript using React framework interfacing with embedded C/C++ running on realtime microcontroller and embedded Linux architectures
• Work closely with the Product Owner and Product Manager to ensure project requirements are being met, timelines are realistic, being adhered to and that the engineering designs meet requirements
• Work in tandem with embedded software engineers to ensure seamless integration between user interface and navigation hardware solutions.
• Develop jigs and self test capabilities to test and automate production of products
• Take ownership and responsibility for a component of a project and manage deadlines and reporting for the component.
• Deliver quality software solutions to agreed schedules and deadlines

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS 

• Degree qualified Engineer with specialisation in computer systems or software 
• Be comfortable deep diving into technical topics and learning new skills to solve new problems
• A track record of turning high level discussions into detailed, personal work plans and reporting progress to management
• A proactive self-starting approach with a track record of initiative, personal responsibility, ownership of work and reputation for making things happen
• Be highly motivated with an energetic, responsive and decisive disposition;
• Proven high standard of attention to detail, time management and “follow-through”.
• Have 5+ years of engineering experience with a proven record of handling both frontend and backend development tasks.
• Proficiency with modern C++ for embedded software products
• Experience with Node.js for backend development displaying an understanding of its asynchronous, event-driven architecture.
• Proficiency in TypeScript, demonstrating a clear understanding of static types and interfaces, and the ability to utilise these to write more robust code.
• Hands-on experience with React for frontend development, showing a capability in crafting efficient and reusable components and managing application state using hooks or state management libraries.
• Have experience releasing production quality software
• Experience with FreeRTOS real-time operating system
• Eye for UX and an ability to work closely with a UX designer to deliver on a vision.
• Strong skills in TypeScript, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of static types and interfaces.
• Expertise in React for crafting interactive UIs.
• C/C++ proficiency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong attention to detail.
• Efficient time management abilities, showcasing a drive for swift action, strong attention to detail
• Be comfortable deep diving into technical topics and learning new skills to solve emerging problems
• Possess strategic thinking and strong abilities to distil large amounts of information quickly and accurately