Software Engineer, Mobile

Summary

Join DroneDeploy as a Mobile Software Engineer and contribute to our ground mobile app. This role offers growth opportunities to work on real features, develop skills in a supportive environment, and learn from experienced engineers. You will collaborate with product managers and designers, work with external hardware, contribute to app quality through testing and bug fixing, and explore new technologies like ARKit and computer vision. The position is 100% remote, based in the US (PT or MT timezone), with occasional domestic travel. We champion diversity and encourage all backgrounds to apply.

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

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

Benefits

• 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
• 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