Develop and maintain features for DroneDeploy's ground mobile app, collaborate with teams, and contribute to quality assurance through testing and debugging.
About DroneDeploy
DroneDeploy powers field teams with robotics and AI. As the only reality capture platform that combines robotic automation, AI agents, and a truly unified system, DroneDeploy allows critical industries to operate with speed and confidence.
From construction and energy to agriculture, the world’s largest companies use DroneDeploy to simplify field operations, improve safety, and make smarter decisions, faster. By combining aerial drones, 360 and fixed cameras, ground robots and proprietary AI, we’re bringing the power of automation and visual intelligence to all stakeholders, from the field to the boardroom.
At DroneDeploy, we thrive in a mostly remote-first culture rooted in innovation and impact. We’ve been recognized as a Best Place to Work in the SF Bay Area and named one of America’s Great Places to Work—but what truly sets us apart is the experience you gain: solving real-world challenges with cutting-edge technology, surrounded by teammates who are as passionate as they are supportive. Our team is bold, mission-driven, and building something that matters. We foster a culture where a variety of perspectives drive smart decisions, and where growth—both personal and professional—is part of the journey. Whether it’s flexible schedules, family-friendly benefits, or our strong track record of internal promotions, we invest in people as much as we do in product. If you’re looking to be part of something ambitious, authentic, and transformative, you’ll find your place at DroneDeploy.
Role Summary
As a Mobile Software Engineer, you'll be a key member of our team, learning from experienced engineers and making tangible contributions to our ground mobile app. This is a role designed for growth; you'll have the opportunity to work on real features that reach our users, all while developing your skills in a supportive, fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about mobile technology and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.
We champion diversity and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply, even if you don't meet every listed qualification. Share with us your distinctive strengths; we're keen to understand the unique perspectives you bring to the table.
Work Environment
> Work Hours: Standard working hours are 9 AM to 5 PM, with flexibility to accommodate different schedules. Must be located in PT or MT timezone.
> Work Model: 100% remote, but the candidate must be based in the U.S.
> Work Travel: Occasional domestic travel for company events or team gatherings.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, test, and ship features for our ground mobile app with guidance from senior engineers.
- Collaborate with your team, including product managers and designers, to understand user needs and help turn ideas into reality.
- Gain experience working with external hardware, helping to connect our app with 360° cameras and high-accuracy GPS receivers.
- Contribute to the quality of our app by writing unit tests and helping to diagnose and fix bugs.
- Explore and learn new technologies, including ARKit and computer vision, through feature work and team hackathons.
Requirements:
- A foundational understanding of Swift and the iOS SDK, gained through projects, coursework, or up to one year of professional experience.
- Familiarity with software development fundamentals like data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.
- A passion for writing clean, readable code and a desire to learn best practices.
- A curious and collaborative mindset with a strong desire to learn and solve challenging problems.
- Excellent communication skills and a willingness to ask questions.
- An internship or prior professional experience in software development.
- Any exposure to 3D graphics, ARKit, or Python.
What to expect after joining:
- Mentorship & Growth: Your growth is our priority. You'll be paired with a dedicated mentor and work closely with senior engineers who are invested in your success. We provide structured feedback and a clear path for your career development.
- Meaningful, Interesting Work: You won't be stuck on trivial tasks. You'll contribute to solving complex problems at the intersection of software, hardware, and 3D data, and see your work ship to real users.
- Learn with the Best Tools: You’ll have access to the same cutting-edge AI tools as our senior engineers. We encourage you to experiment with platforms like Cursor, Co-Pilot, and Gemini because we believe in learning and building with the best tech available.
- A Supportive Culture: We foster a collaborative environment where questions are encouraged and learning from mistakes is part of the process.
Our Ground Mobile app Tech Stack Includes:
- Mobile: Swift for iOS
- Backend: Python/Tornado, MongoDB, Postgres, and Redis with REST API & GraphQL endpoints
- Monitoring: Sentry and Crashlytics
- Infrastructure: Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and Google Cloud Platform
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Employee Offerings & Benefits
(Benefits may vary by location and role)
These are just some of the perks you'll enjoy—there's more to discover once you join us!
Culture of Innovation & Collaboration – Thrive in an environment that values creativity and teamwork.
Drone Certification – Get certified and gain unique, hands-on skills with our full backing.
Flexible Work Arrangements – Enjoy autonomy with remote-first options and schedule flexibility.
Paid Family Leave – Take the time you need to support your family during life’s most important moments.
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Plans designed to support your well-being.
Career & Growth Development – Build new skills and unlock opportunities through continuous learning.
Flexible PTO – Take time off when you need it to recharge—we trust you to manage your time well.
Employee Referral Bonus – Know someone great? Refer them and earn a bonus when they join our team.
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DroneDeploy is an equal opportunity employer.
All DroneDeploy employees are responsible for protecting the company and customer data by following information security policies and procedures.
Please refer to our Recruitment Privacy Notice for information about privacy during the recruiting process.
Top Skills
Docker
Google Cloud Platform
GraphQL
Ios Sdk
Kubernetes
MongoDB
Postgres
Python
Redis
Rest Api
Swift
Terraform
Tornado
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