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Lead Autonomy Software Engineer

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1 month ago
Arlington, VA, USAStaff+

Base Salary

$174k - $225k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Integrate mature hardware systems by developing software and collaborating with subject-matter experts on advanced algorithms.
  • Develop and test real-time applications using modern C++ and open architecture software principles.
  • Translate verified algorithms from higher-level languages such as MATLAB into real-time implementations.
  • Support system testing across modeling and simulation, live test, and Live-Virtual-Constructive infrastructure.
  • Lead small focused teams implementing and testing autonomy and mission-system applications.
  • Engage with current and prospective customers to understand requirements and guide product development.

Requirements

  • Strong proficiency in modern C++ development, including multithreaded applications.
  • Experience with hardware/software integration, test-driven development, and CI/CD practices.
  • Familiarity with cross-platform development on Windows, Linux, and iOS and with version-control workflows.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience with a PhD, 5 years with a master's degree, or 7 years with a bachelor's degree.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship under U.S. government requirements.
  • Preferred qualifications include an active Secret or Top Secret clearance, 5+ years of C++ experience with open architecture systems, safety-critical software architecture experience, real-time software development, algorithm optimization, network protocol debugging, OMS/UCI and A-GRA standards familiarity, and experience with software quality tools.

Benefits

  • Full-time role with locations near Boston, Massachusetts; Arlington, Virginia; Dayton, Ohio; Melbourne, Florida; and Carlsbad, California.
  • Collaborative learning environment supporting deep technical understanding and recognizing team contributions.
  • Employment requires national security clearance eligibility and compliance with export-control and other applicable laws.

Tech Stack

C++iOSLinuxMATLABWindows

Categories

EmbeddedRobotics
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