Autonomy Software Engineer

Position Summary

UDRI is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join the SPIRE group. You will work in a collaborative team environment with a focus on software development leveraging state‑of‑the‑art AI and analytic tools (e.g., Go, Python, Rust, Spark, PyTorch, Tensor Flow) to create consistent and reliable software. You will utilize tools and methods such as continuous integration (CI), containerization, Kubernetes, and continuous deployment (CD) to demonstrate how technologies solve problems while guiding the process to turn research innovations into robust, scaled solutions.

Team members have flexibility to explore, learn, and utilize new technologies for the benefit of the AI/ML community. Our projects feature a unique direct connection with customers and end users. Qualified candidates with 3 or more years of experience are encouraged to apply.

• Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of experience in Software Development (R2), 8+ years of experience in Software Development (R3)
• Highly self‑motivated
• Experience in the following:
  • Design, coding, testing, deployment, and support in a team environment
  • Linux operating system
  • Python programming language
  • Source code version control systems, such as Git or similar, in a team environment
  • Statically typed programming language experience (e.g., C/C++, Go, Rust, Java, C#)
• Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Rigorous software development skills
• Professional experience with:
  • Machine learning operations (ML Ops), distributed systems and tools such as Kubernetes, CI/CD, and containerization (Docker or similar)
  • Writing network services
  • Solid experience in Go programming language
  • Interest in or working knowledge of machine/deep learning, artificial intelligence, and/or autonomous systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated, effective interpersonal skills

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

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