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Technical Co-Founder, Firmware/Software

Remote · Everywhere | GeorgetownRemoteFull-time2026-11-09
HybridNo visa sponsorship

Core

Technical co-founder leading firmware, embedded systems, and software architecture for a tethered aerial camera platform (FieldLine) serving high school athletics and mid-size live events.

Role type

Technical co-founder (firmware/embedded systems)

Builds

Tethered aerial camera platform (FieldLine) for live aerial coverage

Domain

Robotics, Aerospace, UAV

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Firmware development, Embedded systems, Robotics, Software architecture, Systems engineering, Flight test, STM32, PX4, ROS2, uXRCE-DDS

Preferred skills

Aerospace or UAV platform experience, High-ownership technical role (founder/lead), Equity-first mindset

Technologies

STM32, PX4, ROS2, uXRCE-DDS

Responsibilities

Hands-on firmware and systems work to get Unit 1 through flight test, Defining engineering hiring structure and leadership, Making major technical decisions (architecture, build-vs-buy, regulatory/safety strategy), Influencing company direction

Seniority

Co-founder, strategic & hands-on