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    Quantum-Systems GmbH

    Aerospace & Defense

    Lead Linux Software Engineer

    Kyiv, UkraineOn-SiteFull-timePosted 4d ago
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    Job description

    The role is based in the Kyiv region, and we will expect you to work full-time in the office. We have a shuttle service from the nearest metro station.

    About the Job

    As Lead Linux Software Engineer, you will be a key part of our System Architecture team to develop and maintain the Linux-based systems powering our unmanned aerial vehicles at Quantum-Systems. Together with our World-Class-Team, currently 3 team members, you will take an empowering role: pushing the boundaries of drone technologies.

    You will be working closely with stakeholders from the Avionics, Systems Engineering, and Flight Testing departments to integrate hardware, third-party software, and onboard applications into a high-performance Linux platform.

    Providing a reliable, scalable, and mission-critical software environment is essential to Quantum-Systems – your mission will have a powerful impact.

    What is your Day to Day Mission:

    • Lead a team of linux engineers

    • Maintaining existing as well as creating new Linux applications on the unmanned aircraft

    • Designing and coordinating interfaces between teams, documenting the architecture and design decisions

    • Integration of hardware and 3rd-party software into the Linux system, aligning with suppliers and other teams

    • Testing of existing and new applications. This includes writing unit tests, integration tests, functional tests, and acceptance tests

    • Analyzing logs from flights, both from test flights as well as real-world customer issues

    • Debugging and finding solutions for software and hardware issues related to the Linux system

    • Maintaining and extending the build system, pipeline, and tooling. Creating releases with release notes

    • Working in an agile environment and following the defined development process

    What you bring to the team:

    • 2+ years of leading experience in Linux software development, preferably in embedded or robotics systems

    • Strong proficiency in C/C++ (14 or newer) with proven experience developing Linux applications

    • Understanding of Linux internals, including system services, device trees, and kernel modules

    • Experience with cross-compilation, Yocto, Buildroot, or similar build systems

    • Hands-on experience with debugging tools (e.g., GDB, strace, perf) and log analysis

    • Familiarity with testing methodologies, including writing and executing unit, integration, and system-level tests

    • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and release management

    • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug both software and hardware integration issues

    • Proficiency in technical documentation, including interface definitions and architectural decisions

    • Excellent communication and teamwork skills to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines

    • English Intermediate+

    Nice to Have:

    • Familiarity with middleware and interface standards such as DDS, MAVLink, CAN, or Ethernet

    • Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) and virtualization

    • Prior experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment

    • Exposure to real-time Linux or safety-critical software development is a plus

    Why Quantum-Systems:

    • We Stand with Ukraine

    • We believe in the power of combined efforts: straightforward tech expertise paired with a customer-centric focus.

    • We are industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.

    • We push limits, think outside the box, and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.

    • We promise to be your runway for individual and professional growth.

    About us:

    Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, public sectors.

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    Quantum-Systems GmbH

    Quantum-Systems GmbH develops and manufactures unmanned aerial systems and drone technology for commercial and industrial applications.

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