Senior Robotics Engineer

ARA is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Robotics Engineer I to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in C++ development coupled with experience in robotics, and will develop robust C++ software for virtual simulation. The position is located in San Antonio, TX and requires a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

• C++ Software Development:
  Design, implement, and optimize high-performance, real-time C++ code for embedded systems, robotics control, and simulation infrastructure.
• Modeling and Simulation:
  Create, maintain, and optimize virtual models and simulation environments to test, validate, and refine robotic systems and algorithms before physical deployment.
• Robotics Integration:
  Develop software frameworks (e.g., ROS/ROS2) and algorithms for controlling and integrating various robotic subsystems.
• Data Analysis:
  Analyze data from both simulations and physical hardware to optimize performance and debug system behavior.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s with 8–10 years of experience, Master’s with 6–8 years, or PhD with 3–5 years in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Programming Proficiency:
  Expert-level proficiency in modern C++ (C++11/14/17 or higher) for embedded and real-time systems.
• Robotics
  
  Experience:
  
  Demonstrated experience in robotics software development, including motion planning, perception, and control systems.
• Simulation
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience developing or working with simulation environments (e.g., Gazebo, Unity, Unreal Engine) for robotics applications.
• Problem-Solving:
  Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose issues across complex hardware and software systems.

• Familiarity with unmanned naval systems.
• Portfolio showcasing hands‑on projects involving C++ programming and robotics.

ARA is an employee‑owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. Founded in Albuquerque, NM in 1979, the company employs over 2,300 professionals and continues to grow. ARA's Better Fuels Group develops and deploys innovative fuels technologies that convert waste products to renewable fuels and create high‑value products for a sustainable future.

ARA employs both traditional refinery equipment and novel water‑based technologies to produce fuels and chemicals, including sustainable jet fuel and diesel fuel that are virtually indistinguishable from petroleum.

Location:

San Antonio, TX

Salary: $60,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year