Intern/Junior Drone Firmware Developer

Location: Osijek, Croatia

Type: Full-time

At Orqa, we’re building technology that allows humans and machines to see the world like never before. We bring together engineers, creators, and innovators who push the boundaries of what’s possible - from cutting-edge FPV systems to advanced Remote Reality solutions, and toward the next generation of robotics. And behind every great technology, there’s great organization.

You're someone with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to help troubleshoot issues in drone firmware and actively seek ways to improve the performance and efficiency of drone systems and development processes.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, test, and optimize embedded software in C/C++.
• Work with different MCU OS systems.
• Read and understand hardware schematics to debug and improve system performance.
• Use debugging tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment for troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to bring up and validate new designs.
• Work on open-source projects and contribute to the embedded community.
• Document code, testing procedures, and hardware interactions.
  
  

What We Expect

• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and datasheets.
• Debugging skills in using oscilloscopes, JTAG, and serial interfaces.
• Hands-on experience with hardware—comfortable with soldering, assembling, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with open-source software development workflows (Git, contributions, patches).
• Passion for embedded systems, willingness to learn, and a problem-solving mindset
  
  

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience with Linux on embedded systems.
• Familiarity with communication protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, or Ethernet.
• Experience working with microcontrollers, or SBCs (e.g., STM32, i.MX, Raspberry Pi)
• Knowledge about drones and robotic platforms
• Experience with PX4, Betaflight, iNav, Ardupilot
  
  

Why You'll Love It Here

Our office is a drone testing playground, and every day starts with an idea no one has tried before. We move fast, learn constantly, and foster a culture of innovation. With flexible working hours, real hands-on testing, and a team that challenges the limits of technology, working at Orqa means working on the edge of what’s possible.

And that’s just the beginning — here are a few more reasons why you’ll love working at Orqa:

• Performance-based bonuses
• Meal and transportation compensation
• Kindergarten expenses coverage and newborn bonus
• Internal workshops & lectures
• Career development & growth opportunities within a fast-scaling tech environment
• Extra vacation days
• On-site massages - our professional masseur regularly visits the office to help you recharge
• PassSport Card - access to gyms and wellness centers
• Comprehensive annual health check-up
• Engaging internal events & team-building activities
  
  

If you believe you meet the above-mentioned requirements and are interested in contributing to a fast-growing tech company by supporting the firmware lifecycle and helping bring reliable, high-tech drone products to market, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.