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This position collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions while adhering to established software development methodologies, coding standards, and cybersecurity requirements. The Software Engineer participates in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.\nPrimary Responsibilities\nTypical Responsibilities/Tasks:\nProficient in C, C++, and object-oriented software development methodologies.\nDemonstrated ability to develop and deliver production-ready software in an Agile development environment.\nExtensive knowledge of autonomous navigation and path planning, including: Waypoint navigation, Geofencing, Dynamic routing, Obstacle avoidance, Collision detection algorithms\nExtensive experience (5+ years) with BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and PX4 flight control systems.\nExperience implementing sensor fusion techniques using technologies such as: Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), Global Positioning System (GPS), Cameras, LiDAR\nExperience using QGroundControl for mission planning, execution, and monitoring.\nExperience developing graphical user interfaces using the Qt/QML framework.\nFamiliarity with the MAVLink communication protocol for communication between unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and ground control stations.\nProficient in Python scripting for automation, data analysis, and rapid prototyping.\nStrong understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP protocols.\nProven ability to troubleshoot complex network communication issues.\nSkilled in parsing and reverse engineering complex C++ and Python codebases to identify and resolve software and hardware communication issues.\nExperience working with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.\nDemonstrated ability to build, compile, and deploy software applications from source code.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s Degree\nDesired Qualifications\nMaster’s Degree\nAbout PingWind\nPingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL.\nwww.PingWind.com\nOur benefits include:\n· Eleven Federal Holidays\n· Paid Time Off accrued each pay period\n· Parental Leave\n· Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution\n· Dental and Vision Insurance\n· Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability\n· Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance\n· 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule\n· Continuing education assistance\n· Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance\n· Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts\n· Employee Assistance Program\n· Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)\n· 529 College Savings Plan\n· Legal Insurance\n· Pet Insurance\nSalary Range\n$84-$117k\nThe pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. 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