About the job
As a Senior Software Engineer for Autonomous Flight Systems at Destinus Group in Zürich, the focus is on developing software that enables autonomous flight and supports real-time decision-making in mission-critical situations. This position involves new software development, writing high-performance code that interacts directly with hardware, and processing complex data streams in real time. Reliability is central, as the software must perform consistently in demanding environments.
Projects span embedded platforms, advanced data pipelines, sensor fusion, and networking. The work directly shapes how Destinus UAV systems perceive their environment, make decisions, and act autonomously.
What you will do
- Design and implement high-performance C++ software for critical real-world applications.
- Collaborate with hardware, avionics, and systems teams to integrate software with physical components.
- Develop and refine software that runs under real-time and resource-constrained conditions.
- Contribute to architecture and scalability across embedded systems and distributed data pipelines.
- Enhance performance, reliability, and maintainability throughout the software stack.
- Tackle complex engineering challenges where standard solutions may not fit.
About Destinus
Destinus develops advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for the defense sector. The company partners with government and defense organizations worldwide, delivering technologies focused on speed, precision, and cost efficiency. Destinus aims to set new standards in aerospace innovation and help define the future of defense operations with its UAV solutions.

