Senior Software Engineer — Maps Routing

Job overview

The Senior Software Engineer — Maps Routing role is listed in Ann Arbor, MI; the posting does not specify a remote or hybrid arrangement. The stated starting cash range is $160,000–$250,000 per year, with level-dependent ranges. Zipline operates an autonomous drone delivery system intended to provide access to food, medicine, and essential goods. The engineer builds optimization algorithms and reliable production services that determine aircraft routes through changing airspace. The work supports safe, efficient delivery operations by balancing reliability, throughput, flight performance, and real-time operational constraints.

What you'll do

• Design and build routing systems and optimization algorithms for autonomous aircraft
• account for weather, airspace restrictions, vehicle performance, operational priorities, and demand
• develop low-latency, high-availability services
• collaborate with autonomy and flight operations teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior software engineer

maps routing

software engineering

autonomous systems

optimization algorithms

distributed systems

ann arbor mi

zipline

$160k–$250k

real-time systems

flight operations

safety-critical

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting says total compensation may include equity, discretionary bonuses, sales incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, and other benefits.

Why this role

The role combines routing optimization, distributed systems, real-time decision-making, and safety-critical production infrastructure.

About the employer

Zipline is hiring for this role. Industry: Couriers and Express Delivery Services. Sector: 49.