Forward Deployed Software Engineer

Theseus
San Francisco, CA
Job Description
We’re seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer to help deploy Theseus systems onto real drone platforms and make them work reliably in operational environments. The role sits at the intersection of software, integration, testing, and field operations.

Requirements

  • Strong hands-on experience with ArduPilot and real drone integration work
  • Strong programming ability in Python and/or C++, with the ability to build tools, debug production systems, and move quickly across a mixed software/hardware stack
  • Strong ownership and bias for action: you can diagnose problems quickly, operate independently, and drive a system to a working outcome under real-world constraints
  • Ability to work directly with operators or external partners and communicate clearly in fast-moving environments
  • Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including to Ukraine and other forward deployed operational environments

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
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