Software Engineer V/VI (C#/.NET)

TL;DR

Software Engineer V/VI (C#/.NET): Developing high-reliability, safety-critical software for autonomous unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) with an accent on flight controls, mission autonomy, and real-time data processing. Focus on architecting fault-tolerant systems, optimizing CI/CD pipelines for cloud-edge environments, and ensuring compliance with aerospace certification standards.

Location: Must be a U.S. person and based in the United States

Salary: $192,000 - $267,000 USD

Company

hirify.global develops cutting-edge autonomous solutions for unmanned aircraft systems, shaping multi-domain operations for government customers.

What you will do

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of embedded and application-level software for safety-critical UAS systems.
• Own technical delivery of major software subsystems, including decisions on performance, fault tolerance, and certification pathways.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, GNC, and cybersecurity teams to integrate software into full-system flight demonstrations.
• Architect and evolve CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and AWS for cloud-edge hybrid environments.
• Mentor mid-level and senior engineers through code reviews and establishment of engineering best practices.
• Contribute to strategic roadmaps and evaluate emerging technologies like AI/ML for autonomy.

Requirements

• 8–15+ years of professional software engineering experience with safety-critical systems (aerospace, defense, or automotive).
• Deep expertise in C# and proficiency in C/C++, Python, or Matlab/Simulink.
• Proven track record in real-time embedded software, flight-critical applications, or autonomy stacks for robotics/UAS.
• Advanced mastery of Git/GitHub workflows, Visual Studio, and automation scripting.
• Strong experience building CI/CD systems (GitHub Actions required) and managing software in AWS.
• U.S. person status required; ability to obtain security clearance is preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k plan with company match.
• 4 weeks of paid time off per year.
• 12 annual company holidays.
• Innovative environment working on next-generation defense and aerospace technology.