EVONA · 21 hours ago
Robotics Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$140K/yr - $200K/yrEVONA is a venture-backed robotics startup in the defense-tech space, focusing on building real-time autonomous systems. They are seeking a Robotics Engineer to join their high-impact engineering team, responsible for designing and developing UAV software and integrating various systems for defense applications.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Ciara Holmes
Responsibilities
Designing and developing end-to-end UAV and aerial robotics software for defense-focused use cases
Building and iterating on autonomous systems using C++, Python, and ROS
Prototyping UAV capabilities, running flight tests, gathering operator feedback, and refining rapidly
Integrating navigation, mapping, computer vision, and sensor systems into a unified platform
Working directly with operators and external stakeholders to understand system behavior in the field
Debugging, troubleshooting, and optimizing systems for reliability in real-world environments
Collaborating closely with autonomy, hardware, and product teams from lab to deployment
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience developing software for drones or UAVs
Strong proficiency in C++ with solid robotics software fundamentals
Experience working with navigation, mapping, or computer vision systems
Familiarity with ROS and real-time sensor data pipelines
Comfort operating without rigid requirements and iterating through trial and error
A systems-level mindset, able to connect multiple parts of the robotics stack into a working solution
Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with customers and operators
US Citizenship or Green Card required (ITAR compliant)
Preferred
PX4 or Ardupilot flight controller experience
Startup or founding team experience with exceptional scope
University robotics or drone competition teams
SLAM, path planning, or perception integration experience
Hands-on hardware or prototyping exposure
Benefits
Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and flexibility
Company
EVONA
We believe in the evolution of knowledge and the progression of people - it is so core to our business, it's the meaning of our name: EVO - to evolve, ONA - people.
Founded in 2018
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jack Madley
Co-Founder
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