Senior Android Developer – Drone Navigation & Control
Location: Glasgow or Kings Langley, UK
Position: Since September 2024, Sulzer Schmid is part of RES, the world’s leading renewable energy company. We are building the 3DX™ Blade Platform and need a senior Android developer for the Software Development team based mainly in Switzerland.
In this role you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining our Drone Navigation and Control applications, collaborate with stakeholders to design high‑quality software, and support drone pilots during field operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop and maintain Android applications for drone navigation and control.
* Integrate the DJI Mobile SDK (and similar SDKs) to deliver reliable flight and mission control.
* Collaborate closely with software and operations teams.
* Provide technical support to drone pilots during field operations.
* Drive a product from concept to customer release, contributing throughout the software development lifecycle.
About You
* 5+ years of professional experience in Android development.
* University degree in Engineering or a related field.
* Hands‑on experience with the DJI Mobile SDK or comparable drone control SDKs.
* Proven track record of delivering production‑ready software.
* Ability to bring a product from initial concept to customer release.
* Strong understanding of geospatial reasoning and spatial data.
* Willingness to support drone pilots in the field.
* Experience with navigation and control of drones other than DJI is a plus.
* C#/.NET programming experience is a plus.
* Fluent in English; German is a plus.
We celebrate difference and encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds, ideas and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration.
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