Software Engineer – Drone Systems & Payload IntegrationTaz Drone Solutions (TDS)Sheffield, Tasmania | Full-time | Market-competitive salary + Growth PathwaysJoin one of Australia's most innovative drone engineering companies.Taz Drone Solutions (TDS) is expanding rapidly across Australia and internationally, delivering world-class drone technologies for the energy, mining, fire management sectors with advanced robotics.
We are now seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to join our engineering team and help build the next generation of integrated drone systems.About the RoleAs a Software Engineer at TDS, you will work closely with our electrical, mechanical, aeronautical, and systems engineers to design and implement custom payload integrations, user interfaces, and operational tooling for our in-house drone platforms.A core part of this role is the ability to work fluently with QGroundControl—building custom UI panels, modifying the codebase to support new payload behaviour, and ensuring seamless communication between our flight control systems and engineered hardware.You will be involved in projects spanning:Heavy-lift drones *******kg)Autonomous mission planning & safety systemsReal-time payload feedback, telemetry & data visualisationCustom sensor, winch, and actuator integrationsField-tested industrial solutions used by major clients across energy, utilities, and miningThis role is perfect for someone who wants to work on cutting-edge robotics that directly impact real-world operations.RequirementsKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop and customise QGroundControl UI components, plugins, and operator workflows.Integrate custom payloads into Auterion, Skynode, PX4,



and related flight systems.Build and maintain mission-critical software that interfaces with sensors, winches, drop-mechanisms, and other on-board systems.Work with engineering leads to translate mechanical/electrical requirements into stable software behaviours.Contribute to testing, flight trials, validation, debugging, and continuous improvement of drone systems.Maintain clean, well-documented code aligned with our engineering processes.Support production, field operations, and future R&D; projects as the company scales globally.Required Skills & ExperienceTechnical Requirements:Strong proficiency in QGroundControl (MUST HAVE)UI customisationQML/Qt developmentPayload integration workflowsExperience with PX4, MAVLink, or similar flight-control ecosystemsStrong skills in C++ and QML/QtExperience integrating hardware systems (sensors, actuators, robotics)Understanding of communication protocols (UART, CAN, MAVLink)Ability to debug software–hardware interactions in the field and labBonus Experience (not required but highly valued):ROS or robotics-focused developmentUI/UX design for real-time operator interfacesLinux embedded systemsDrone industry, UAV payloads, or aerospace experienceBenefitsWhy Join TDS?
Work on some of Australia's most advanced drone systemsBe part of a highly skilled, supportive engineering teamReal career progression as TDS scales across Australia, South America, and beyondOpportunities to contribute to groundbreaking projects in power, mining, and environmental protectionCompetitive salary + flexibility + on-site R&D; workshop + field trialsContribute to technology that improves safety and efficiency across industriesLive in a beautiful location

📌 Software Engineer (Tasmania)
🏢 Taz Drone Solutions
📍 Tasmania