Lead Autonomy Software Engineer

The Role

As an Autonomy Software Engineer in the SAAM group, you will work as a part of high-performing teams focused on autonomy development and mission systems integration within demanding customer environments. You will ensure that these teams are executing at a high level to develop robust, fielded solutions that also lay the groundwork for future programs to build on.

What you will do

• System Development: leverage mature hardware systems and develop code to integrate them together, collaborating with SMEs across STR to leverage advanced algorithms where needed
• System Test: work closely with test leads in the SAAM group to leverage testing capabilities across M&S and live test, leveraging Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) infrastructure
• Leadership: lead small, focused teams to implement and test real-time applications featuring open architecture software principles, implementing real-time systems in Modern C++ from verified algorithms written in higher-level languages such as MATLAB
• Customer engagement: support potential and current customer discussions to better understand their requirements and shape product development

Who you are

• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to excel under limited guidance
• Strong proficiency in modern C++ development, including multi-threaded applications
• Experience with test-driven development and CI/CD practices
• Familiarity with cross-platform development (Windows, Linux, iOS) and version control workflows
• Experience with hardware/software integration
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience with PhD, 5 years with MS, or 7 years with BS
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S government

Even Better

• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance
• 5+ years of C++ programming experience with open architecture systems
• Experience with safety-critical software architectures
• Experience with real-time software development and algorithm optimization
• Familiarity with network protocols and debugging
• Familiarity with relevant open standards such as OMS/UCI and A-GRA
• Experience with software quality tools (static/dynamic analysis, automated testing frameworks)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $174,000 - $225,000