Senior Software Engineer (Radio Systems)

Overview

As a Senior Software Engineer in the Radio Systems team you will architect the Linux-based software framework that powers our next-generation communications and RF sensing technologies. You will bridge the gap between raw RF hardware and high-level autonomous systems developing the high-performance user-space applications and kernel modules that bring reliable RF comms and insights to unmanned systems. Your expertise in Modern C and Linux internals will be the backbone of a scalable RF technology framework. You will collaborate with developers across Auterions full technology stack to deliver tactical solutions to the air ground and sea working closely with global OEMs and government agencies to ensure operational excellence in evolving environments.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Own a complex multi-domain RF software ecosystem running on Linux
• Lead the design and development of high-performance user-space applications using Modern C
• Develop and maintain Linux kernel modules and hardware abstraction layers to interface with RF baseband configurations
• Drive software quality through CI/CD integration and TDD
• Contribute to automated hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and maintain the test framework
• Collaborate with RF experts to create clean APIs for full-stack consumption of data
• Support OEM integrations and end customers directly sometimes on-site
• Work with engineers to direct development of test infrastructure / QA processes

Qualifications and Skills

• 3 years of experience in relevant software and engineering roles
• . / . in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering / Science or related fields
• Strong proficiency in Modern C (17/20) and systems programming
• Experience developing Linux kernel modules or character drivers (DMA USB PCIe etc.)
• Deep understanding of Linux user-space development including multi-threading and IPC
• Proven track record of implementing CI/CD pipelines and unit testing frameworks (e.g. GTest)
• Experience with high-throughput data processing or software-defined radios (SDR) is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to keep a global team fully informed
• Willingness for infrequent travel
• Bonus: you love radio technologies tinker with radios and want to learn more about RF engineering
• CH/EU citizenship required

Benefits

• Flexible working hours & hybrid workplace
• Stock Options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Retirement plan
• Company car for private use (Switzerland only)
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Flyday Friday - Fly a drone (1/x month)
• Regular team social
• Snacks & Drinks

About Auterion

We are building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. Our team is supporting the most important missions and solving the most challenging problems.

At Auterion we bring together the sharpest minds who love to solve the hardest problems. Join a vibrant team built on innovation openness and excellence where youll be empowered to develop ideas collaborate across all levels and make an impact that matters.