Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Long Range Platform

Role overview Zipline seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer for its Long Range Platform team in South San Francisco, California. This role centers on developing embedded software systems that enable the delivery of medical supplies to remote locations. The work plays a key part in ensuring essential healthcare reaches people who need it most. Key respons…

About ZiplineAre you ready to make a difference? Zipline is dedicated to revolutionizing the logistics and delivery landscape. Our mission is to tackle the world’s most pressing access challenges by creating and operating an instant delivery system that ensures equitable access for all, regardless of their location. We have made strides from supporting Rwanda’s national blood delivery network to facilitating vaccine distribution in Ghana, and even providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart. Our innovative approach harnesses the power of robotics and autonomy to minimize carbon emissions, alleviate road congestion, and eliminate fossil fuel dependency, all while ensuring billions gain access to essential goods and fostering a more resilient global supply chain. Since 2016, Zipline’s long-range drone platform has been operational in Rwanda, featuring a fixed-wing design that allows for flights over 200 km on a single charge. Our drones play a crucial role in delivering vital medical supplies swiftly and reliably to isolated communities. From assisting new mothers in Rwanda to aiding snake bite victims in Ghana, our technology has already reached millions across Africa, delivering thousands of life-saving products daily. Join us at Zipline as we strive to fulfill our commitment to building a fair and more robust global supply chain for billions.

ABOUT ZIPLINEAre you ready to make a difference? Zipline is revolutionizing the logistics industry with our mission to overcome the world’s most pressing access challenges. We are developing the first instant delivery and logistics system that provides equal service to all individuals, regardless of their location. Our groundbreaking technology has already transformed blood delivery in Rwanda and facilitated COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Ghana. By partnering with Walmart for home deliveries and assisting healthcare providers in the U.S., we are redefining how goods move across the globe. With our eco-friendly, zero-emission service, we ensure timely delivery of essential supplies when they are needed most.Join us at Zipline and play a pivotal role in creating a fairer, more resilient global supply chain that serves billions.ABOUT YOU AND THE ROLEAre you passionate about applying your technical expertise to tackle real-world challenges? Do you excel in environments that grant you ownership, creative freedom, and complex problems to solve? If so, we invite you to become part of our Field Systems Engineering team at Zipline—where your contributions directly impact lives every single day.Since launching our long-range drone platform in Rwanda in 2016, we have enabled rapid, dependable delivery of critical medical supplies to remote areas, boasting a fixed-wing design that can travel over 200 km on a single charge. Our drones have already made a significant impact, helping new mothers in Rwanda and delivering antivenom to snake bite victims in Ghana, serving millions by delivering thousands of life-saving products daily.The Field Systems Engineering (FSE) team operates at the nexus of Engineering and Operations. We ensure that our designs are safe, robust, and reliable because lives depend on them. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer within the FSE team, you will be instrumental in enhancing the performance and reliability of our long-range drone systems.In this role, you will collaborate with various cross-functional engineers and flight operators to identify challenges in how our software supports daily operations for our Platform 1 vehicle deployed globally. You will lead investigations into anomalies, establish data-driven requirements, and spearhead execution of improvement projects aimed at increasing system reliability and ease of maintenance.

Zipline seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to focus on Long Range Platforms at its South San Francisco location. This position centers on designing and developing electrical systems for Zipline’s delivery drones. Role overview The Senior Electrical Engineer leads efforts to create and refine the electronics that power Zipline’s long-range drone platforms. The work aims to improve both reliability and efficiency, supporting the delivery of essential goods around the world. Key responsibilities Design and develop electrical systems for drone platforms Drive improvements in reliability and operational efficiency Support technology that enables global delivery of vital supplies Location This role is based in South San Francisco, California.

Role overview FlyZipline is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Long Range Platform team in South San Francisco, California. This role centers on designing, developing, and implementing mechanical systems that support advanced logistics platforms. The work directly impacts the reliability and efficiency of drone technology used to deliver medical supplies to remote locations.

About ZiplineZipline stands as the world's largest and most seasoned autonomous delivery service, created to ensure equal access to essential goods for all humans, anytime and anywhere. We design, construct, and operate the most extensive autonomous logistics system globally, facilitating the rapid and reliable delivery of critical supplies. Presently, Zipline operates in four continents, executing deliveries every 30 seconds while achieving millions of successful deliveries that include blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and commercial products. Our clientele spans healthcare systems, governments, retailers, and global brands who depend on our services to save lives, minimize emissions, enhance economic opportunities, and provide scalable logistics solutions.Our technological prowess extends beyond drones, as we deploy integrated logistics infrastructure that fortifies supply chains, alleviates congestion, and enables instantaneous delivery, revolutionizing the accessibility of essential goods worldwide. With over 140 million commercial autonomous miles flown safely, Zipline is transforming how healthcare, consumer products, and food are accessed globally.Operating on a global scale, we seek practical problem solvers who thrive in addressing real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is driven by the mission to develop systems that directly impact lives and to scale the future of logistics.Why This Role MattersWe are constructing the mapping infrastructure that supports every Zipline flight. Maps Platform engineers establish the backbone that provides geographic data, features, and map-driven services to Zipline's products and operators.In this role, you will ensure that map data is fast, accurate, and reliable for both human workflows (map editors, operator dashboards, regulatory UIs) and autonomous systems (routing, onboard systems). This unique position intertwines backend, data, platform engineering, and user interface design with practical production ownership.Why This Role is UniqueBe the architect of flight intelligence. The systems you develop will directly enable how aircraft interpret and navigate their environment.Engage with massive data challenges. You will design pipelines that handle and serve large-scale geospatial datasets while adhering to stringent standards for accuracy, consistency, and availability.Experience end-to-end ownership. From raw data ingestion to production services, you will create systems critical to real-world operations.Make a cross-functional impact. Your contributions will be utilized across autonomy, routing, simulation, and operations.Leverage AI-accelerated engineering. We utilize modern AI and agentic workflows to enhance engineering velocity while upholding robust system integrity.

Embedded Firmware Software Engineer Job Overview Are you ready to make a significant impact on global logistics? Zipline is leading a revolution in delivery systems, tackling the world’s most pressing access challenges. Our innovative approach aims to provide equitable delivery solutions for everyone, no matter where they are. From facilitating Rwanda’s blood supply network to delivering COVID-19 vaccines in Ghana, our technology is transforming logistics for health care providers and businesses alike. Join us in creating a teleportation service that ensures timely access to essential goods while reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability. At Zipline, we’re committed to building a resilient global supply chain that benefits billions. Be part of a team that is dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology to change lives. Your Role and Responsibilities As an Embedded Firmware Software Engineer, you will develop critical, safety-oriented software for our aircraft. You will collaborate with electrical, mechanical, embedded Linux, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of our aircraft into the largest drone delivery network worldwide. Your expertise in C++, along with skills in Rust and Python, will enable you to enhance our firmware infrastructure, improving system observability and reliability without necessitating proportional increases in engineering resources. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement software for essential flight and safety functions across a network of microcontrollers, collaborating with embedded Linux edge computing systems. Enhance the reliability of the flight software system by working closely with hardware and systems engineers.

At Zipline, we are pioneering the creation of an autonomous delivery network's operating system.The Commerce Platform team is the powerhouse that transforms this network into a viable business. We develop the essential tools and integrations that our partners rely on to operate seamlessly with Zipline, mastering the marketplace logic that aligns demand with supply, and establishing the financial architecture that guarantees accurate transactions and traceable funds. This platform is designed for scalability across metropolitan areas, countries, and diverse sectors such as restaurants, retail, and healthcare, managing millions of orders daily.Your ResponsibilitiesYou will be responsible for software across the entire commercial stack, which includes:Merchant Portal - the web interface partners utilize for daily management of their Zipline business.Partner Integrations - POS connectors, API integrations, and data feeds linking merchant systems to the Zipline platform.Marketplace Platform - internal tools that govern how demand is prioritized, priced, and allocated across our network.Billing Engine - the financial infrastructure managing payments, commissions, settlements, and revenue streams within the marketplace.Fulfillment Apps - mobile and cloud applications facilitating picking and loading operations at partner locations.Customer Support Tooling - AI-driven support systems integrated with order, delivery, and billing processes.Serviceability & Coverage Tools - internal platforms to analyze and model the reach of Zipline's services.Engaging Challenges and OwnershipIn contrast to many software roles that focus on optimizing isolated components, the Commerce Platform encompasses diverse areas including consumer products, marketplace logic, partner tools, fulfillment processes, and financial systems.You'll tackle challenges such as:How can we provide merchant partners with real-time operational insights, seamless onboarding, and financial transparency while maintaining a cohesive system across verticals?How do we create marketplace policy controls that enable operators to adjust pricing, capacity allocation, and prioritization safely, with opportunities for experimentation prior to deployment?How do we develop a billing engine that accurately tracks every dollar from customer charges to partner payouts, accommodating promotions, refunds, revenue sharing, and multi-jurisdiction taxation?How do we implement AI-driven customer support capable of proactive actions, such as issuing refunds and applying credits, while communicating effectively about delays?

About ZiplineAre you ready to make a global impact? At Zipline, we are revolutionizing the logistics industry to ensure equitable access to essential goods for everyone, everywhere. Our innovative approach has transformed how critical medical supplies are delivered, exemplified by our operations in Rwanda and Ghana. We are on a mission to provide instant delivery solutions that enhance healthcare and accessibility for all, harnessing cutting-edge robotics and autonomous technology to decarbonize logistics while fostering a resilient global supply chain. Join us at Zipline and help us fulfill our commitment to creating a more equitable world.

Join Our Mission at ZiplineAre you ready to make a global impact? Zipline is revolutionizing the logistics industry with our groundbreaking instant delivery system. Our mission is to address the world's most pressing access challenges by ensuring equitable delivery of essential goods to every corner of the globe. From supporting Rwanda’s blood delivery network to facilitating vaccine distribution in Ghana, and even providing on-demand home delivery for major retailers, we are dedicated to transforming the supply chain for businesses, governments, and consumers alike. Our innovative use of robotics and autonomous technology not only enhances delivery efficiency but also strives to reduce carbon emissions and air pollution, creating a more sustainable future for everyone. Become a part of Zipline and help us fulfill our commitment to building a resilient global supply chain that benefits billions.Your Role at ZiplineAs a Senior Software Engineer within our dedicated team, you will play a pivotal role in developing safety-critical software for our delivery drones. Collaborating with engineers across various disciplines—such as autonomy, firmware, flight software, avionics, and simulation—you will help create the essential tools that enhance our development processes.Your responsibilities will include advancing our CI/CD systems, offering insights into PR workflows, and ensuring a seamless development experience. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on coding, allowing you to identify key investments, evaluate new tools, debug our codebase, and collaborate on critical infrastructure projects.

ABOUT ZIPLINE Are you ready to change the world? Zipline is dedicated to revolutionizing the logistics of goods transportation. Our mission is to tackle complex access challenges by creating and operating an instant delivery system that serves everyone equally, regardless of their location. From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and facilitating Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand delivery for Walmart, we are reshaping logistics for businesses, governments, and consumers. The technology may be intricate, but our vision is simple: a teleportation service delivering what you need, when you need it, with zero emissions. Join us at Zipline and contribute to our commitment to building an equitable and resilient global supply chain for billions of people. ABOUT YOU AND THE ROLE Are you excited to leverage your technical expertise to tackle real-world challenges and drive impactful change? Do you excel in environments that offer ownership, creative freedom, and complex problem-solving opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our Field Systems Engineering team at Zipline, where your contributions directly enhance lives every day. Since its inception in Rwanda in 2016, Zipline’s long-range drone platform has been making strides with a fixed-wing design capable of flying over 200 km on a single charge, ensuring fast and reliable delivery of critical medical supplies to remote areas. From assisting new mothers in Rwanda to saving snake bite victims in Ghana, our technology has already transformed millions of lives across Africa, delivering thousands of life-saving products daily. The Field Systems Engineering (FSE) team operates at the nexus of Engineering and Operations. We ensure that the equipment we design is safe, robust, and reliable—because lives depend on it. As a Field Systems Engineer focusing on Software, you will be pivotal in optimizing the performance and reliability of our long-range drone systems. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineers and flight operators to identify friction points in how our software supports daily operations for our Platform 1 vehicle, which is currently in use worldwide. You will lead anomaly investigations, define data-driven requirements, and spearhead improvement projects to enhance system reliability and user experience.

Join Amgen, a leading biotechnology company, as an Associate Software Engineer focused on our Scientific Platform and Computing initiatives. In this role, you will collaborate with a talented team to develop innovative software solutions that support scientific research and enhance our understanding of complex biological systems.

Software Engineer for Delivery Network Platform At Zipline, we are revolutionizing logistics by developing the operating system for an autonomous delivery network. The Delivery Network Platform team is responsible for constructing the essential systems that ensure our aircraft, sites, and infrastructure are primed for live delivery operations. Our mission is to develop the software that operators utilize to monitor and manage the network in real-time, the orchestration systems that maneuver the fleet, and the validation platforms that guarantee the network functions correctly as it scales and becomes more complex. Your Responsibilities In this role, you will manage software that is pivotal to our fleet operations, including: Development of Network Operating Center software for real-time operational insight and intervention across our aircraft, sites, missions, weather, and demand. Creation of fleet orchestration systems for assignment, routing, scheduling, and rebalancing. Maintenance and asset health systems linking issue detection to return-to-service protocols. Simulation and validation platforms to assess topology, load, and policy changes prior to production deployment. Development of platform interfaces and configurable control planes that enable other teams to safely extend the network. Challenges and Ownership Unlike typical software roles that focus on digital optimization, this position is integral to the operation of a live autonomous logistics network. You will tackle substantial challenges such as: Ensuring a dependable real-time view of aircraft and critical site assets throughout the network. Maintaining network flow amidst demand fluctuations, weather changes, infrastructure issues, or capacity constraints. Designing operator control interfaces that facilitate swift and accurate decision-making under pressure. Simulating potential network behaviors to mitigate risks before production implementation. This role involves ownership of critical platform components, allowing you to make influential technical and product decisions that affect network performance. Our Work Culture Our team values high ownership, trust, and technical excellence. Engineers are encouraged to identify significant challenges, articulate a vision for system functionality, and lead solutions from inception to deployment. We also expect our engineers to leverage AI tools effectively to enhance productivity during exploration, implementation, and debugging, while upholding strong engineering standards, judgment, and accountability.

insitro seeks a Senior Software Engineer to join the team in South San Francisco, CA. This role centers on developing software that advances machine learning and data-driven approaches for drug discovery. The work has a direct impact on research and development, aiming to accelerate the creation of new treatments. Responsibilities Design and build software solutions that support research and development efforts Collaborate with colleagues from various disciplines to address technical challenges Influence technology stack choices and participate in shaping the product roadmap Requirements Proven experience tackling complex software engineering problems Interest in using technology to move biotech and drug discovery forward Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, collaborative environment

Join Zipline in Revolutionizing DeliveryAre you ready to make a difference? At Zipline, we are on a mission to redefine logistics and access to goods globally. Our innovative approach tackles some of the world’s most pressing challenges by developing an instant delivery and logistics system that is accessible to everyone, regardless of their location. From facilitating blood deliveries in Rwanda to distributing COVID-19 vaccines in Ghana, and providing essential products to U.S. homes, we're transforming the logistics landscape for businesses, governments, and individuals alike.Our technology may be complex, but the concept is straightforward: a teleportation service that ensures timely delivery of essential items. By leveraging robotics and autonomous systems, we are not only decarbonizing delivery but also mitigating road traffic, cutting down on fossil fuel usage, and enhancing air quality. Join us in our quest to create a more equitable and robust global supply chain for billions around the world.

Senior Software Engineer - Motor Control SystemsJoin our team in South San Francisco!About ZiplineAre you ready to make a significant impact? At Zipline, we are revolutionizing the logistics and delivery landscape. Our mission is to tackle the world’s most pressing access issues by developing an innovative instant delivery system that serves everyone equally, regardless of location. From supporting Rwanda’s national blood delivery service to facilitating Ghana’s vaccine distribution, and providing on-demand deliveries for Walmart, our work is transforming the logistics paradigm. Our technology, which merges robotics and autonomy, is leading the charge towards a sustainable future by decarbonizing delivery, alleviating road congestion, and minimizing pollution, while ensuring equitable access for billions and fostering a resilient global supply chain.Be a part of Zipline’s commitment to creating a more equitable and resilient global supply chain. Your Role and ResponsibilitiesAs a Senior Software Engineer focused on Motor Control Systems at Zipline, you will play a pivotal role in developing high-performance motor controller firmware for our proprietary motor controllers. Collaborating closely with electrical engineers, design teams, flight software developers, and operational test teams will be integral to your work. Our collaborative engineering environment allows you to learn from a multidisciplinary team while rapidly implementing features that directly enhance the delivery experience.Our firmware development primarily utilizes C++, with Rust and Python for tooling deployed in our field systems. Our team employs hardware- and software-in-the-loop testing to validate new features and conduct regression tests on existing functionalities. You will analyze extensive datasets from our test operations to inform data-driven engineering decisions and prototype new algorithms. Analysis will be conducted using Matlab, Julia, or Python to validate the performance of your control designs, including executing Monte Carlo simulations to ensure accuracy in complex dynamics.

About ZiplineAre you passionate about making a difference? Zipline is on a transformative mission to revolutionize logistics and delivery on a global scale. We aim to address critical access challenges by developing the world’s first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all individuals, regardless of their location. Our innovative technology has already made a significant impact, from supporting Rwanda’s national blood delivery system and facilitating Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout to providing on-demand home delivery solutions for Walmart. By leveraging advanced robotics and autonomous technology, we're not only decarbonizing delivery but also reducing road congestion and minimizing fossil fuel usage while ensuring equitable access for billions of people. Join us in our commitment to building a more resilient global supply chain. Be a part of Zipline and help fulfill our mission to create a fair and robust global supply chain for people everywhere.

Join Zipline's MissionAre you driven to make a difference? At Zipline, we are dedicated to revolutionizing logistics and delivery systems worldwide. Our mission is to address critical access challenges by creating an advanced logistics platform that guarantees equitable service to everyone, everywhere. From facilitating Rwanda's blood delivery network and Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution to enabling Walmart's home delivery services, we are changing the landscape of logistics for businesses and communities alike.Our innovative technology, which integrates robotics and autonomy, aims to reduce carbon emissions, alleviate traffic congestion, and minimize fossil fuel usage while ensuring essential services reach billions of people. Join us in our commitment to building a more resilient and equitable global supply chain.Your Role as a Senior Software Engineer - Hardware TestAs a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Hardware Testing at Zipline, you will play a pivotal role in developing high-quality software for our automated testing systems. Your contributions will enhance our next-generation P2 hardware. You will gain in-depth knowledge of our avionics stack, embedded software, and vehicle sensors while owning the entire lifecycle of test systems from prototype to production. You will collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams, focusing on reliability and safety. Your efforts will be critical in shaping the future of our vehicles and ensuring the successful operation of our life-saving delivery services.

About Lightship Lightship builds all-electric RVs in South San Francisco, California. As the first U.S. manufacturer focused on electric recreational vehicles, the team is developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer designed for the electric era. Lightship aims to make RVing more convenient and high-performing as the world moves toward electric transportation. Over 11 million American families enjoy RV travel, and Lightship is working to transform that experience. Commitment to Diversity Lightship values a team with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. The company believes that diverse perspectives strengthen the mission and drive success. The workplace features a flat structure, encouraging integrity, autonomy, and creativity across all roles. Role Overview: Senior Systems Test Engineer The Senior Systems Test Engineer will help modernize and electrify RVs by designing and building automated test infrastructure. This role focuses on validating embedded software and hardware, with a special emphasis on the unique propulsion system at the heart of Lightship's products. Success in this position depends on developing a deep understanding of system architecture and proactively identifying weaknesses to ensure high standards for embedded software quality.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS Zipline is seeking innovative software engineers to create the essential tools and infrastructure that support our systems validation and flight testing departments. This dynamic team is responsible for developing accurate, efficient, and scalable software solutions to validate both aircraft and ground systems across various levels. Our projects range from integrating real avionics, sensors, actuators, and radios with high-fidelity simulated environments in bench-top Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) configurations to building applications that plan, orchestrate, and assess thousands of automated and non-standard real-world flight tests on a daily basis. Your contributions will significantly enhance the speed, confidence, and quality of hardware and software development at Zipline. In this position, you will gain in-depth knowledge of Zipline’s comprehensive logistics system and collaborate closely with cross-functional partners who depend on your tools to deliver reliable, flight-ready software. Most critically, the systems you develop will act as the final safeguard before software and hardware are deployed globally for crucial real-world deliveries.