Senior Android Developer – Drone Navigation & Control

Sulzer & Schmid Laboratories AG ouvre un poste de Senior Android Developer – Drone Navigation & Control a Oetwil am See.

About Us

Founded in 2016, Zurich-based Sulzer Schmid is at the forefront of innovation in the energy service sector. Recognizing the potential for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology to redefine industrial grade inspections, we have developed an end-to-end technology platform that produces high-quality rotor blade inspection results with ease – precisely, repeatably, efficiently. To date, we have inspected wind turbines in more than 40 countries worldwide using our 3DX™ technology and each inspection is underpinned by our commitment to the highest quality, efficiency, safety and groundbreaking use of technology. Our 3DX™ Blade Platform offers a comprehensive solution that integrates all aspects of rotor blade inspection into one system, providing a transparent view of the blade health status for the entire fleet.

Since September 2024, Sulzer Schmid is part of RES, the world's leading renewable energy company. This allows us to leverage the vast expertise within RES to create an even more powerful 3DX™ Blade Platform designed to meet the needs of our customers.

For our Software Development team in Oetwil am See (canton Zurich), we are looking for a motivated

In this function, you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining our 3DX™ Blade Platform. We value a hands-on approach and a “get things done” mindset and the ability to work creatively and solve complex problems. As a Senior Android Developer, you interact with different internal stakeholders to design and implement high quality software.

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 to the entire software development lifecycle – from planning and design to testing and deployment

About You

• 5+ years of professional experience in Android development
• University degree in Engineering or similar
• 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
• Experience with navigation and control of drones other than DJI is a plus
• Fluent in English, German is a plus
• Willingness to support drone pilots in the field
• C#/.NET programming experience is a plus

What we offer

On paper, we are Software Developers, Electronic Engineers, Entrepreneurs, Operations, Finance, Marketing and Sales experts. In reality, we are passionate problem solvers, inventors, makers, testers, code crackers, customer satisfaction managers and more. Our agile approach ensures close collaboration and helps us to stay ahead of the curve. With us, you can work up to 60% from remote, enjoy 5 weeks of vacation, join our fun team lunches, profit from direct communication channels and fast decision-making in a dynamic environment. Want to make a difference and contribute to a carbon-neutral power production? Then join us!

How to Apply

If you are passionate about UAV technology, like to work in a dedicated team and possess the required skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application (minimum CV, motivation letter and references are optional but very welcome) to Jennifer Frei, Head of HR,

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For this vacancy, we only consider direct applications and are currently not working with recruitment agencies.

Sulzer & Schmid Laboratories AG

Frau Jennifer Frei

Head of HR

0555081715

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