Bangalore, India · Full time · Posted Jun 26, 2024
Who we are:
We are a start-up based out of Bengaluru, Delhi NCR & Chandigarh. We are engaged in the development of next-generation missions and technologies (NGM&T) for future warfare needs of the Indian Defence forces, and are undertaking research towards enhancing persistence and autonomy for unmanned vehicles and robotic swarms.
Software Design Engineer - II Communication Engg. Group
Roles and Responsibilities:
Software Development of highly challenging and multi-disciplinary Communication and Network Tools for Unmanned Aerial Systems focussed on Next Generation Missions and Technologies
Responsible for developing visualization tools and mechanisms using advanced technologies to assist the team and strengthen the Product Development lifecycle
Responsible for managing a complex software stack to support agile product development; offer technical-support in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
Responsible for establishing Standard Operating Procedures and documentation for the tools developed
Support ongoing maintenance, support and enhancement tasks in existing systems and cross platform Desktop / Web Applications
Explore various communication pipelines and workflows and identify opportunities for automation and performance improvement
Institute Standard Architecture and Design Patterns for Communication and Network Tools and Data Visualization Applications
Interface between subsystems and develop tactically oriented mission-critical communications tools for mission planning and simulation, and performance monitoring and analysis
Develop tools for Hardware in the loop (HIL) and Software in the loop (SIL) simulations to aid in rapid system optimization and deployment
Use software engineering best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source code management, continuous integration, build processes, testing and operations
Requirements:
Academic Qualification:
Bachelors in Engineering in Computer Science Engineering (or equivalent) / Electronics and Communications (or equivalent)
Experience and Skills:
3+ years of experience in C / C++, Python is necessary
Ovii Interpretation
This software engineering role develops communication and network tools for unmanned aerial systems, along with visualization and simulation applications. The work spans software delivery and maintenance, cross-subsystem integration, and engineering practices that support the full development lifecycle.
Role at a glance
Software developmentCommunication and network toolsUnmanned aerial systemsVisualization applicationsSimulation toolsCross-platform desktop and web applications
Skills mentioned
C or C++PythonCommunication systemsNetwork toolsData visualizationHardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulationSoftware-in-the-loop (SIL) simulationSoftware architectureDesign patternsAutomation
What you will likely work on
Build communication and network software for unmanned aerial systems and mission-focused applications.
Develop visualization capabilities that support product development and system analysis.
Maintain and enhance existing software, including cross-platform desktop and web applications.
Improve communication workflows through automation and performance tuning.
Integrate subsystems and create mission-planning, simulation, monitoring, and analysis tools.
Build HIL and SIL simulation tools to support system optimization and deployment.
Apply architecture and design patterns to communication, network, and visualization applications.
Use software engineering practices across coding, reviews, source management, integration, builds, testing, and operations; document tools and establish operating procedures.
Good fit signals
Has a bachelor's degree in computer science engineering, electronics and communications, or an equivalent field.
Brings at least three years of experience with C or C++, and Python.
Enjoys developing software for communication and network systems in unmanned aerial applications.
Can contribute across application development, subsystem integration, and maintenance work.
Is comfortable applying software engineering practices throughout the development lifecycle.
Meet Newspace
NewSpace Research and Technologies (NRT) is a Bengaluru-based aerospace and defence R&D company developing autonomous and uncrewed systems for military and civilian missions. Its work spans persistent UAVs, High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellites, swarm robotics, collaborative combat aircraft, loitering systems, unmanned ground vehicles, GPS/GNSS-denied navigation and AI-enabled autonomy. Publicly identified users and collaborators include India's Ministry of Defence, Indian Army, Indian Navy, DRDO, National Disaster Response Force, Ministry of Home Affairs and Department of Telecommunications. Its programs combine aircraft design, robotics, sensor fusion, computer vision, machine learning and distributed autonomous systems for surveillance, communications, logistics and precision-mission applications.
Founded
2017
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Company stage
Not known
Headquarters
Bengaluru, India
Why work here
NewSpace offers engineers direct exposure to aerospace and defence R&D involving autonomous UAVs, swarm robotics, GNSS-denied navigation, HAPS, computer vision, sensor fusion and AI at the edge. Current roles publicly reference C++, Python, ROS/ROS2, PX4, ArduPilot, PyTorch, OpenCV, CUDA, TensorRT, NVIDIA Jetson and Docker, indicating substantial hands-on work across software, hardware and flight systems. Its technology has been used in Indian defence programs, including DRDO's ULPGM-V3 trials, and the company is actively expanding its engineering workforce. Candidates should also consider the realities of a defence-focused growth company: many roles are onsite, programs can involve field deployments, and government procurement and long R&D cycles can create execution variability.
Industry
Aerospace & Defence - Autonomous and Uncrewed Systems
SJSameer JoshiCo-Founder, CEO and DirectorView bioHide bio
Co-founder and CEO. Joshi is a former Indian Air Force fighter pilot who served during the Kargil War and later worked with TeamIndus and Threye Interactive. His experience spans aviation, defence technology and unmanned systems, and he leads NewSpace's strategy around autonomous aerospace and future-warfare technologies.
JAJulius AmritCo-Founder, COO and DirectorView bioHide bio
Co-founder, COO and Director. Amrit previously co-founded TeamIndus and held leadership roles at Wincere, Avendus, Morgan Stanley and Standard Chartered. He studied at IIT Delhi and IIM Calcutta and brings experience across aerospace ventures, operations, finance and company building.
JMJaideep MaolankarExecutive Vice President - Technology DevelopmentView bioHide bio
Leads technology development at NewSpace. A retired Commodore with more than 35 years in Indian Naval Aviation and flight testing, including service during the Kargil conflict, he contributes operational and flight-test expertise to autonomous and mission-critical aerospace systems.
NNNaveen NavlaniHead of Business Development & SalesView bioHide bio
Leads business development and sales at NewSpace. An Army veteran of Operation Vijay, Navlani has experience in defence project management, electronics-warfare programs, alliances and technology sales, connecting NewSpace's engineering programs with defence and institutional customers.
NewSpace tests RATO booster on Sheshnag-150 long-range strike drone
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NewSpace's GryphonWorks team successfully tested a rocket-assisted take-off booster for the Sheshnag-150 one-way attack drone. The capability is intended to enable runway-independent launches and more flexible deployment of the long-range unmanned platform.
Newspace Research in talks to raise $35-40 million from 360 One, Avendus, others
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NewSpace was reported to be seeking $35-40 million in Series C financing through a combination of equity and debt. Existing investor 360 ONE Asset had provided a term sheet, while other investors and family offices were participating in discussions.
DRDO completes development trials of ULPGM-V3 integrated on NewSpace UAVs
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DRDO completed development trials of the ULPGM-V3 precision-guided missile in air-to-ground and air-to-air configurations. The Government of India confirmed that the system used UAVs developed by NewSpace Research and Technologies for the trials.