Job Description

About Volant Autonomy

Volant Autonomy is a deep tech startup developing autonomy solutions to transform the future of aviation. Based in the centre of Bath, we are building a suite of technologies to enable safe autonomous flight. Our work includes partnerships with organisations including several aerospace primes, air navigation service providers, and the defence industry.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our integration team. You'll help us bring our technology into real-world operations and contribute to the development of our three core products:

Via - our flight planning and management tool Traject - our detect and avoid solution Flyte - our next-generation autonomy solution to improve access and operational density
The ideal candidate will have at least three years of industry experience with practical experience building integration between complex systems, and be enthusiastic about contributing across the full product lifecycle--from early-stage planning to development, deployment, and operational support.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting a wide range of integration and collaboration projects including supporting live flight trials Collaborating with the product teams to deploy our technology in novel operational environments Engaging and collaborating with customers and stakeholders Research, development and rapid prototyping of novel features and integrations Contribute to roadmap planning, technical design, and product evolution Write robust, well-tested code and participate in code reviews

Skills and Experience

Essential

Proficiency in Python (or similar), with demonstrated experience developing robust, maintainable software Experience working with embedded software Ability to work in high pressure environments such as live flight trials Keen to work across a wide range of technologies, and motivated to learn in unfamiliar areas Experience with automated testing: unit, integration, and end-to-end Solid understanding of software engineering best practices, including modular design, version control, and code review workflows Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Desirable

3 years of professional software development experience Experience building or consuming APIs using technologies such as gRPC and HTTP REST Experience with AWS or similar cloud platforms Familiarity with DevOps practices and knowledge of GitHub Actions or comparable CI tools Exposure to trunk-based development methodologies Previous experience, knowledge or interest of working in the Aerospace industry

What We Offer

A personal development programme with dedicated support Stock options Hybrid working on-site in Bath (Mon-Wed) with optional remote (Thu-Fri) 25 days paid holiday + public holidays with an additional day per year of service (up to 4 days) Funding for relevant training, courses, and industry conferences A collaborative, inclusive team environment with real autonomy and influence

Diversity and Inclusion

At Volant Autonomy, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace. We base hiring and promotion decisions solely on merit and actively work to identify and reduce bias throughout our recruitment and career development processes.

Application Process

Shortlisted candidates will first take part in an informal conversation with a team member, followed by an on-site interview day where you'll get to meet the rest of the team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave

Casual dress

Company events

Company pension

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexitime

Sick pay

Work from home

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate: Bath: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language: English (required)

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bath

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee stock purchase plan Flexitime Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: In person