Staff Robotics Software Engineer - Mission Autonomy

What you'll do

• Own a multi-year autonomy software roadmap and coordinate delivery across internal and external teams.
• Lead and implement perception, planning, safe navigation, collision avoidance, and situational awareness capabilities.
• Validate autonomy algorithms using simulation and real-world data, and support system integration and testing.

What they ask for

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Engineering, a relevant field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in C++ and/or Python software development.
• Experience in a senior perception or planning role delivering a robotic system; demonstrated knowledge of at least one of computer vision, sensor fusion, SLAM, motion planning, or machine learning.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Nice to have

• Experience with autonomous systems in ground, air, maritime, or space domains.
• Experience with simulation tools such as Gazebo, Unity, or Unreal Engine; knowledge of safety standards or systems engineering is also preferred.

Pay

$260,000 — $345,000 USD base salary

Tools

C++, Python, Gazebo, Unity, Unreal Engine

AI focus

Applies machine learning, computer vision, and sensor fusion to vehicle perception and planning autonomy.