Senior Software Engineer I - Autonomy Software

Scientific Systems is looking to fill a Senior Software Engineer position in the domain of Autonomous Vehicles and Uncrewed Systems. The successful applicant will be responsible for developing software for advanced AI/ML programs relating to autonomous flight systems and crewed-uncrewed collaboration.Essential Functions:Architect and develop advanced software for multi-vehicle autonomy for complex, contested environmentsProvide relevant technical expertise as part of a team to design, implement, and test autonomy software systems for embedded uncrewed multi-vehicle autonomy. Support presentation of technical results to internal and external customersSupport integration of existing work into an unified software architectureThis role may require occasional travel to remote test eventsMust be able to obtain and maintain a United States DOD Security ClearanceRequirementsBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Math, Statistics, Engineering, Physical Science, Computer Science, Operations Research, Data Science4+ years of experience in software development/R&D of AI for Robotics, Machine Learning, Robot Planning/Optimization Techniques, and/or Autonomous Uncrewed Systems SoftwareExperience developing modular, maintainable, production-quality autonomy softwareExperience developing using C/C++, Python, and (optional but desired) relevant memory-safe languages. Experience with and/or understanding of modern software development tool chains and processes (Agile, git/Gitlab/Github, Confluence/Jira, CI/CD, Conan, SonarQube, automated test methodologies, etc.)Desired: Familiarity with DoD or other common robotics and datalink architecture standards (e.g. OMS/UCI, A-GRA, WOSA, FACE, DDS, ROS, STANAG 4586, J-Series, AFSIM, etc)Desired: Familiarity with AI robotic navigation and decision algorithms - path planning (A*, RRT), schedule optimization (Simulated Annealing, Genetic Algorithms, Tabu Search), distributed coordination algorithmsPreferred Qualifications:Familiarity with Linux-based development environments is highly desiredMust be able to effectively communicate orally and possess technical writing skillsStrong collaboration skills in multi-disciplinary autonomy, vehicle systems, and systems engineering teamsMust be able to work effectively as part of an integration-focused development teamBenefitsSalary: $128,000 - $154,000 (Depends on Experience)Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)Short Term & Long Term DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentHybrid Work ScheduleFree Food & SnacksWellness ResourcesEmployee Stock Ownership Plan