Staff Software Engineer

At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!

We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our team. The goal of a Staff Software Engineer at Wisk is to ensure that avionics software is developed per industry standards for FAA certification. You will be part of the Avionics Battery Management System (BMS) Software team that develops embedded airborne software.

Due to the nature of the work required for this position, this is an onsite opportunity. You will be required to work from our Mountain View, CA, USA office.

In this role, you will develop embedded airborne software per DO-178C and its supplements to build the first fully autonomous all-electric aircraft that performs and operates safely in an urban air-mobility environment. In support of this goal, you will be part of the Avionics BMS Software team that develops requirements, design, and code via traditional hand written code or utilize the MathWorks products for model generated code. Your mission is to work with peers to create certifiable embedded airborne software.

• As part of the Avionics organization, and deployed in the BMS Software team you will act as a Staff Software Engineer, in a software focal capacity, for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market.
• You will take part in the development of embedded airborne software per DO-178C and its supplements with the full life cycle processes and activities.
• You will help support problem solving activities through development of software and integration within the BMS and other systems.
• In some areas, you will be working closely with, but not limited to, Software Engineers from multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), Systems Engineers, suppliers, contractors, Software Certification.
• You will plan and execute mentorship programs with junior Software Engineers.

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Electronics, or relevant engineering discipline. Typically a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 6 years of experience with a Master's degree, or 3 years of experience with a PhD’s degree.
• You have worked on various aerospace projects governed by DO-178C and its supplements. 
• You have hands-on experience with developing software requirements, design, code and integration, plus solving complex avionics problems.
• You have a strong and applied knowledge of complex electronics for safety critical systems.
• You have 2 years of experience with any of the MathWorks Model-Based Development tools, i.e., MATLAB/Simulink - Requirements, Check, Coverage, Code Inspector, Test, Report Generator and/or Polyspace Bug Finder, Coder Prover.
• You have a strong and applied understanding of RTOS concepts and concurrent software design.
• You are a highly motivated, self starting individual with strong communication skills and a positive team player.
• This role will require 20% of travel; varies based on peaks and valleys of the project.

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage  individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We consider  every candidate who shares our passion for making the impossible possible, even if they may not strictly meet all preferred requirements. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.

Wisk HQ is located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 9 off Fridays for full-time employees throughout the year, flexible vacation time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, and more.

To all recruitment agencies: Wisk Aero does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Wisk Aero employees, or any other organization location. Wisk Aero is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.

Salary : $179,500 - $211,177