Senior PX4 Developer
make-rain· Engineering
About this role
Rainmaker builds systems to make it rain. Our autonomous drone fleets and weather modification platform operate worldwide: expanding freshwater supplies, protecting agriculture, and proving that cloud seeding works at scale.
You are:
A seasoned software engineer with a background in drone autonomy
Fast, thoughtful, autonomous, and opinionated
Willing to relocate to El Segundo, California
What you’ll work on:
Contribute to our drone autonomy software stack end-to-end as a domain expert
Modify and extend PX4 firmware for custom use cases and flight behaviors
Develop firmware for embedded systems across power, peripherals, and sensing
Support simulation-based testing in Gazebo, HITL, and SITL environments
Assist with flight test support, log analysis, and software debugging
What we’re looking for:
3+ years of professional experience developing software for PX4/ArduPilot systems
Experience shipping production code in Rust, plus C++ or Python
Experience developing firmware for ESP32, RP2040, or similar embedded targets
Comfort with low-level peripheral buses: CAN, UART, I2C, SPI
Experience with real-time pub/sub middleware (Zenoh, DDS, ROS 2, MQTT, or similar)
Working knowledge of MAVLink and typical autopilot integration patterns
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Senior PX4 Developer role at make-rain?
The listed salary for this Senior PX4 Developer position at make-rain is USD 150K–200K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Senior PX4 Developer position at make-rain located?
This Senior PX4 Developer role at make-rain is based in El Segundo, CA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Senior PX4 Developer at make-rain belong to?
This Senior PX4 Developer position is part of the Engineering department at make-rain. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Senior PX4 Developer position at make-rain?
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When was the Senior PX4 Developer job at make-rain posted?
This Senior PX4 Developer position at make-rain was posted on Apr 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior PX4 Developer
make-rain · 💰 USD 150K–200K
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