Sr. Software Engineer

Sr. Staff Software Engineer (Applications)

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Job Description

As a Sr. Staff Software Engineer (Applications), leads and mentors a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this role, one leads the plans, design, development and testing of mission systems flight software.

• Software development in support of AV’s vision‑based navigation, autonomy, cooperative behaviors, and mission systems technology roadmap
• Writes and tests onboard Linux application software to support integration of sensors, processors, or other robotics systems into aircraft
• Understands the requirements and process. Participates in and leads software design reviews
• Creates software design documentation according to software process requirements
• Implements coding according to coding standard. Writes a unique test, and validates software according to the process. Contributes to process improvement efforts
• Delivers work on time according to agreed completion dates and project schedule & budget
• Supports and derives algorithm design from detailed software requirements
• Works closely with multiple teams of software developers reusing developed software to support different programs
• Operates in a continuous learning environment and provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers
• Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles
• Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments. May supervise the activities of others
• 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 12+ years of relevant experience in Linux application software development.
• Familiar with OOP software design patterns, SDLC, and STLC
• Expertise in one of the following:
  Python, C, C++11/17, and STL
• Demonstrated knowledge of VS Code or similar IDE as well as defect tracking tools
• Experienced writing unit tests and debugging code;
  Experienced with formal and structured lifecycle development process
• Experienced with Agile Software Development Process Management
• Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills are required
• Demonstrated familiarity with source control tools such as Git and cloud‑based CI/CD tools
• Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)

• Advanced degree is preferred
• Experience with computer vision and machine learning on embedded systems
• Experience with UAS, drones, robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other embedded systems
• Familiar with real‑time controls, especially advanced estimation techniques
• Experience developing within the Robot Operating System (ROS2) framework on Linux/ARM
• Familiar with the FACE technical standard and UoC development
• Demonstrates leadership skills and sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
• Demonstrates effective listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one‑on‑one and small group settings
• Demonstrates understanding of system design that one is working on and understands the role that assigned tasks play in the system
• Able to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Has effective problem‑solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)