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Software Engineer – C++ / Qt Desktop Applications

Alare Technologies, LLC Moorpark, CA

Moorpark, CA

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$110k - $155k/yr Full time C++ C++ Language Engineering

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Job Description

Alare Technologies, LLC is seeking a Software Engineer to develop and maintain Ground Control Station desktop software for UAV operations. The role is focused on C++/Qt desktop application development, GUI workflows, and the integration of low-latency telemetry and video with UAV command and mission functionality.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain C++ / Qt / QML ground control software used in UAV operations.
Design and improve UI workflows for mission planning, vehicle status, telemetry visualization, video display, payload control, alerts, and logging.
Build and maintain MAVLink integration for UAV telemetry, command interfaces, mission workflows, and custom protocol extensions.
Work with low-latency video pipelines using FFmpeg, GStreamer, RTSP, H.264/H.265, or comparable technologies.
Improve performance, reliability, and usability of the GCS software in flight-test and field conditions.
Collaborate with flight-test engineers and operators to reduce operator workload and improve mission success.
Support internal Python/Qt desktop automation tools, sensor validation, DAQ/test hardware, and engineering automation.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (strongly preferred).
3+ years of strong C++ software engineering experience for desktop applications (preferred minimum: 3 years).
Experience with Qt, QML, Qt Widgets, or similar desktop UI frameworks.
Experience building Windows or cross-platform desktop applications.
Experience working with networked, hardware-connected, or real-time data applications.
Familiarity with Git, CMake or similar build systems, code review, and software testing.
Development experience with map-centric UIs, including GIS, offline maps, terrain data, and QGC map engines.
Familiarity with low-latency video technologies including FFmpeg, GStreamer, RTSP, WebRTC, H.264/H.265, and KLV metadata.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (ITAR requirements).

Technologies

C++, Qt, QML, Qt Widgets
MAVLink
FFmpeg, GStreamer, RTSP, WebRTC
H.264, H.265
KLV metadata
Python
Git, CMake
Windows, cross-platform desktop applications
UDP, TCP, IP-based protocols
GIS, QGC map engines

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: USD 110,000 - 155,000 per year.

401(k) 3% Match
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Application Questions

Describe a desktop application you’ve built in C++ and the specific components you worked on.
Please describe a UI you’ve developed for a complex application, including the frameworks or tools you used.
Please summarize your experience developing or troubleshooting networked systems (e.g., UDP, TCP, IP based protocols). What components or features were you responsible for?

Work Location and Experience

Location: Moorpark, CA (onsite)
Work mode: In person
Experience: software engineering: 3 years (Preferred)

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