Autonomy Integration Software Engineer
About Applied Intuition
Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo.
About The Role
As an AcuityOS engineer, you’ll develop, deploy, and maintain the backbone of all-domain autonomy capabilities, from inter-agent communications to hardware and simulation interfaces. Integration with new vehicles and hardware is a critical function. This position requires both field and office-based work, with significant time spent deploying and testing software on autonomous vehicles in real-world environments.
We're Looking For Someone Who Has MS or PhD in Robotic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Optimization, or equivalent OR 5 years of relevant experience designing multi-agent autonomyStrong proficiency in Linux and command-line toolsStrong proficiency in Python and/or C++ (most work is in C++)Hands-on experience with robotic systems, sensors (such as RADAR, cameras, radar), and vehicle autopilots (e.g., PX4, ROS)Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or similar tools for automating deployments and testingKnowledge of communication protocols for inter-vehicle communications (e.g., DDS, UDP, ROS2, etc.)Experience in integrating third-party software and APIs Travel Requirements Must be willing to travel as projects requires; average travel varies, but can be up to once a month for up to 1 week (~25%) Security Requirements Must be a U.S. CitizenMust hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance For more information about U.S. security clearances: click here. Nice To Have Ability to work in field environments, troubleshooting, testing, and deploying systems in challenging conditionsExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to document processes and communicate technical concepts to cross-disciplinary teamsAbility to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment, as well as working under challenging conditions in remote or field locationsFamiliarity with maritime vessels and/or airborne drones Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment. Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position. Please reference the job posting subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $130,000 to $175,000 USD annually.