Integration Engineer

Department: Engineering

Location: Kyiv, Warsaw, Lviv

Employment Type: FullTime

What we do (and why it matters):

Swarmer develops software that makes drones autonomous and allows them to operate together, in large teams, without pilots required. Our technology has been battle-tested across 100,000+ combat missions in Ukraine — the world's most intense proving ground for drone warfare. We just closed a $15M Series A (the largest investment in Ukrainian defense tech since the war began) and we're scaling operations to serve NATO-aligned nations.

This isn't theoretical. This is software that's being used right now to save lives and defend democracy.

What we’re looking for:

As an Integration Engineer (Hardware/Embedded), you will be responsible for the hardware composition of our products, their connectivity, and the integration of these with our software solutions.

• Embedded Development Experience:
  Hands-on experience with hardware, microcontrollers, and operating systems for embedded platforms is essential. Experience with Embedded Linux is a significant advantage.

• Drone Technology Expertise:
  Demonstrated experience with UAV technologies, including flight controllers, communication protocols (e.g., MAVLink), and autopilots (ArduPilot/PX4/etc).

• Technical Proficiency:
  Strong skills in Networking (OSI layers, firewalls, routing), Linux, Shell scripting, Docker, Python, and databases (SQL/NoSQL). Experience with C/C++ and IoT communication protocols is a plus. RF engineering knowledge is also advantageous.

• Development Platform Knowledge:
  Familiarity with platforms like Raspberry Pi and various flight controllers (e.g., Matek, OrangeCube) used in drone and embedded development.

• Integration Experience:
  Proven track record of planning, executing, and documenting complex system integrations, particularly involving both hardware and software components.

• Communication Skills:
  Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Problem-Solving Abilities:
  Strong analytical skills, with a talent for diagnosing and resolving integration issues efficiently.

Your role will encompass:

• Assessing technical requirements for hardware composition and hardware requirements for our software features.

• Designing and documenting decisions, protocols, and specifications needed for the successful streamlining of the manufacturing process.

• Prototyping required solutions to bridge the gap between hardware and software products in our ecosystem

• Working closely with external HW vendors and providing technical expertise for our integrations with them

• Ensuring the interoperability and final quality of integrated systems.

The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise, experience in embedded development, and a deep understanding of drone technologies and communication protocols.

What you’ll do:

• Hardware Design and Development: Design and develop hardware architectures for drone systems, including component selection, layout considerations, and system-level integration planning.

• Embedded Systems Development: Develop and optimize embedded software for companion computers, microcontrollers, flight controllers, and other hardware components, ensuring efficient resource utilization and real-time performance.

• Prototyping and Testing: Build and test hardware prototypes, conduct performance evaluations, and iterate on designs to meet product specifications and reliability standards.

• Manufacturing Support: Collaborate with manufacturing teams to streamline production processes, develop assembly procedures, and ensure quality control throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.

• Vendor Collaboration: Work directly with hardware vendors and suppliers to specify requirements, evaluate components, and oversee the integration of third-party hardware solutions.

• System Integration: Bridge the gap between hardware capabilities and software requirements, ensuring seamless communication between embedded systems and higher-level autonomy software.

• Technical Documentation: Create detailed technical specifications, hardware design documents, and integration guides for internal teams and external partners.

• Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous testing protocols for hardware reliability, environmental durability, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.

What you’ll get:

• Work on meaningful products that protect lives and shape the future of Defense Tech.

• Dynamic environment with the unique opportunity to directly influence and see the impact of your work.

• Lean, ambitious, and strong team.

• Competitive salary, benefits package (insurance, paid sick leaves, 20 paid days off per year).

• Benefits of the defense sector (reservation and related benefits).

• Flexible remote work options (possibility to commute to the office if needed is essential).

How’s the hiring process going:

✔️ Intro Call with TA Specialist → ✔️ Technical Interview (2 parts) → ✔️ Management Interview → ✔️ Final interview → ✔️ Security Check → ✔️ Offer

Why this matters (and why you should care):

Ukraine is deploying 5 million drones in 2025 alone. The US and NATO are paying attention. The future of defense isn't more pilots — it's smarter software. We're not selling PowerPoints; we're selling proven technology that's been refined under the most demanding conditions imaginable.

Our team is direct, moves fast, and doesn't waste time on performative nonsense. If you want a company with seven layers of approval and endless consensus-building, this isn't it. If you want to do the most important work of your career with people who say what they mean and execute, let's talk.

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