Harmattan AI

Harmattan AI provides autonomous defense systems that enhance battlefield awareness and response. The company builds scalable, AI-powered UAVs and ISR capabilities. Key technologies include Gobi, a high-speed interceptor, and Sahara, an autonomous UAV-borne synthetic aperture radar for situational awareness. These systems are designed to be attritable, low-cost, and rapidly deployable within existing military frameworks. Target customers are military and defense organizations seeking advanced UAV and ISR solutions.

Autonomous SystemsDefense TechnologyMilitary-grade PerformanceSituational AwarenessUAVharmattan.ai

Harmattan AI

Autonomous SystemsDefense TechnologyMilitary-grade PerformanceSituational AwarenessUAVharmattan.ai

HQParis, FR

Team Size88

Open Jobs94

Total Funding-

Latest FundraiseUnknown

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Embedded Software Engineer - Wireless Link

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About Us At Harmattan AI, we are a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Driven by rigorous engineering developments of new defense products based on recent robotics and AI developments, we are on a steep growth trajectory. If you are interested in a career in a highly technical environment, thrive on pushing boundaries, and want to achieve ambitious goals, we would love to hear from you.

About The Role You will join a dedicated R&D initiative developing a wireless link module enabling robust and reliable data transmission between a drone and its base station. As the Embedded Software Engineer , you will be responsible for designing and maintaining software systems running on the UAV platform, ensuring high performance, scalability, and fault tolerance in real-time environments.

Responsibilities

Configure, maintain, and optimize the embedded operating system for UAV platforms, ensuring real-time responsiveness and reliability
Design and implement a scalable and modular embedded software architecture that supports future feature expansion and robust fault handling
Develop, test, and debug low-level drivers for various onboard sensors and peripherals
Integrate real-time algorithms and data flows in close collaboration with the Algorithmic and Hardware teams
Enhance and maintain telemetry and communication systems for drone-ground station data exchange
Conduct performance profiling, debugging, and continuous optimization to meet latency and power constraints
Contribute to system-level debugging and field testing with other R&D teams.

Candidate Requirements

Education: Engineering school graduate or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
Experience: 2–5 years of experience developing embedded software, ideally in robotics, drones, aerospace, or automotive industries
Languages: Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python
Tools & Practices: Familiarity with build systems, embedded toolchains, version control, and CI workflows
Problem-Solving: Ability to work autonomously and solve complex technical challenges.
Communication & Influence: Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of leading diverse principals – from junior members to senior executives.
Commitment: 100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence.

We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.