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Joby Aviation · 12 hours ago

Senior Software Engineer, Flight Simulator

positionSanta Cruz, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$136K/yr - $201K/yr
date7+ years exp

Joby Aviation is working to make the dream of a piloted air taxi a reality and is now in the final stages of certifying their aircraft with the FAA. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to play a key role in designing and implementing a high-fidelity flight training simulator, collaborating with engineers, data scientists, and pilots.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Typical expected tasks include the software design, development, and integration efforts pertaining to a wide range of areas, such as the Instructor Operating Station (IOS), After-Action Review (AAR)/debrief station, motion-base, sound, Image Generator (IG), control-loading, and more
We will be integrating many external interfaces from both internal and external third-party suppliers from the ground up, so versatility and an appetite for learning are key!

Qualification

C++Object-oriented programmingMulti-threaded systemsIntegrated development environmentsVersion control technologiesPythonFAA CFR 14 part 60Pilot training familiarityMoog Inc. technology familiarityAircraft sound simulationTeamworkPositive attitudeFlexibility

Required

University degree in computer science or computer engineering and 7+ years' industry experience. An advanced degree and 5+ years' experience will also be considered
Expert knowledge of object-oriented programming methodology and multi-layered system architectures
Expert knowledge of C++
Expert knowledge of multi-threaded systems
Experience with modern integrated development environments and debuggers
Basic understanding of version control technologies
Exposure to python

Preferred

A positive attitude and a passion for Aerospace!
Willingness to be flexible and learn new technologies
Ability to work inside of a team
Familiarity with training device qualification through FAA CFR 14 part 60
Familiarity with the needs of pilot training programs
Familiarity with Moog Inc. motion base technology or similar
Familiarity with aircraft sound and communication simulation technology or similar

Benefits

Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
A 401(k) plan with a company match
An employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
And more

Company

Joby Aviation

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Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
dateFounded in 2009
location
Santa Cruz, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.jobyaviation.com

H1B Sponsorship

Joby Aviation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.02B
Key Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
2025-05-27Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2024-10-24Post Ipo Equity· $202M

Leadership Team

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Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
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Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
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