EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL-TIMECOMPANY: JDI INTEGRATIONS

About the Role:JDI is seeking a senior Embedded Systems Engineer to support the development of ECITON, a next-generation autonomous drone swarm OS platform built for edge operations. You will lead the low-level programming and integration of hardware components on ARM and Linux based devices, forming the foundation of ECITON’s swarming drones.
The role is mission-critical and directly supports core product capabilities, including GPS-agnostic SLAM navigation, AI-powered last-mile targeting, and multi-agent coordination through of the FPV swarm.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in embedded systems development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python on Linux (preferably Debian-based).
• Proven experience with FPV or robotics hardware and GPIO-level programming.
• In-depth knowledge of UART, I2C, IMU sensors, and system-level debugging.
• Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid engineering environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Direct experience working with drones, UAV platforms, or robotic systems.
• Familiarity with ArduPilot, PX4, or similar autopilot software.
• Prior work on tactical, edge, or defense-related hardware projects.
• Agile management through Jira, version control through GitHub
• English level not lower that B1 (Intermediate)
  Locations:JDI operates globally, with offices in USA and Ukraine
  About JDI:Established in 2019, JDI is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering critical systems and unmanned technologies to government, humanitarian, and commercial clients. With 140+ successful projects and a global track record, we specialize in expeditionary, autonomous, and secure field technologies. We take pride in being our customers’ trusted integrator — from concept to field deployment.
  We make it happen. Join us to build what others won’t even attempt.
  Job Types: Full-time, Freelance
  Pay: £29,336.94-£85,097.55 per year
  Work Location: Remot

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• Collaborate with autonomy, AI, DevOps, and hardware teams across locations.
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