Software Engineer III - Autonomy

Job Summary

As a Software Engineer III - Autonomy you will work within a fast‑moving, collaborative Agile development environment focused on developing autonomy‑related software capabilities. In this role, you will plan, design, develop, and test software systems that enable autonomous behaviors, decision‑making, and mission execution for complex platforms. The position emphasizes algorithm development, system integration, and reliable operation in real‑world environments.

• Work within a defined software life cycle development process.
• Understand system‑level requirements and autonomy concepts; participate in software and algorithm design reviews.
• Create software and algorithm design documentation in accordance with software process requirements and guidance from Senior Engineers.
• Implement autonomy‑related software components according to coding standards; write unit tests and validate software according to the defined process.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts related to autonomy software development and testing.
• Deliver work on time according to agreed completion dates and project schedule & budget.
• Support the development of autonomy algorithms derived from detailed software and system requirements (e.g., control, decision logic, state machines, planning, or perception‑adjacent logic).
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams—including systems, controls, perception, and UI engineers—to integrate autonomy software across multiple programs.
• Support reuse of autonomy‑related software components across different platforms and products.
• Operate in a continuous learning environment under moderate supervision; provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
• Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable technical and operational factors.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in Linux application software development. Object‑oriented design experience is required.
• Expertise in C++ and MATLAB or other robotic simulation environments.
• Experience with Git or similar source control system.
• Experienced writing unit tests and debugging code.
• Experience developing or integrating autonomy‑related algorithms, such as control logic, state machines, behavior trees, and/or decision management techniques.
• Works well in a small team.

• Advanced degree is preferred.
• Experience with RTI or other DDS based middle wares.
• Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills are required.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN) in production environments, including professional practices such as commit hygiene, branch management, and collaborative workflows.
• Experience with underwater robotics, autonomous systems, UAS, or related domains is strongly preferred.
• Experience with, or use of, AI in autonomous system mission management and execution.
• Experience in/exposure to underwater perception, or perception in general.
• Experience with simulation, testing, or validation of autonomous behaviors.
• Experienced with formal and structured lifecycle development process.
• Experienced with Agile Software Development Process Management.
• Demonstrates understanding of object‑oriented design, data structures, databases, and operating systems; basic knowledge of networking is preferred.
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for solving autonomy‑related software problems.
• Demonstrates effective listening, questioning, clarifying, and summarizing skills to communicate effectively in one‑on‑one and small group settings.
• Demonstrates understanding of the overall system design and how assigned autonomy‑related tasks contribute to system behavior.
• Able to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of responsibilities.
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
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