Pdwcareers

Junior Software Engineer

Denver, CO · Junior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 26 days ago

C++Code ReviewGitLinuxRESTEmbedded SystemsRoboticsCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

You will join a team of operators, engineers, and builders who solve hard problems with humility and focus.
Participate in code reviews, learning from and contributing to team feedback.
Write unit tests and participate in quality assurance processes.

Implement well-defined features and bug fixes across assigned software modules.
Collaborate with peers and leads to understand requirements and translate them into working software.
Support field testing and debugging activities as directed.
Document code and processes clearly for team use.
Company Overview Performance Drone Works (PDW) is building the next generation of tactical robotic systems used across defense, national security, and public safety missions.
Our approach is grounded in operator-centered design, rapid iteration from field use, and U.S.-based manufacturing.
Mission First, Aim Farther, Own It, Win Together.
This is how we build advantage and how we help protect our service members, our communities, and our country.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Must have manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment as well as various electronic power supplies and test equipment.
Must be physically capable of the assigned duties.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, with 0-3 years of professional software development experience.
Any hands-on experience with UAVs, robotics, or embedded systems.
Experience with CMake or other build systems.
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, climb, and move about regularly throughout the day and lift / carry up to 25 pounds.

Preferred Exposure to Qt, QML, or similar UI frameworks through coursework or personal projects.

Benefits include: Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company.
Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options.

Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match.
As we expand into Denver, we are building a new center of engineering excellence to design our new category of tactical robotic systems and the industrial capacity to deliver them, bringing decisive airpower into the hands of every operator.
We are not here to make promises; we are here to deliver real systems with real capabilities for real missions.
We design and produce multi-mission aerial systems that operators trust to perform in real-world conditions, reliably, repeatedly, and at scale.

EEO Statement PDW is an equal opportunity employer that upholds all federal and state non-discrimination laws.

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