# C++ Software Engineer (Autonomous Systems)

**Company:** [Applied Intuition](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/applied-intuition)
**Location:** Ann Arbor, MI, Sunnyvale, CA, San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Washington, DC
**Role:** Embedded Engineering
**Salary:** $125k – $175k/yr
**Experience:** 3+ years
**Skills:** C++, Python, Linux, ROS, Px4, CI/CD, Jenkins, GitLab, Dds, Ros2, Udp, Radar
**Posted:** 2026-05-01

> Develops and deploys C++ software for autonomous vehicles, integrating sensors, autopilots, and communication systems. Requires 3+ years experience with robotics, Linux, and hands-on field testing; US citizen eligible for security clearance.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities

- Develop, deploy, and validate software systems on autonomous vehicles, focusing on robotics, sensors, and vehicle autopilots
- Participate in hands-on fieldwork, deploying software on vehicles and ensuring proper functionality in dynamic, real-world environments
- Work directly with sensors (e.g., **RADAR**, cameras, GPS, SONAR) and vehicle autopilot systems, integrating them into the autonomous vehicle framework
- Work with Perception and Autonomy teams to deploy and optimize perception pipelines (**Vision**, **Radar**, **Fusion**) and vehicle autonomy software
- Address inter-vehicle communication, ensuring seamless data exchange between vehicles for collaborative autonomous operations
- Interface with and integrate third-party software and APIs into systems
- Work on software integration, **CI/CD** processes, and implement system-related improvements
- Leverage simulation environments to test vehicle systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and document processes

## Requirements

- **BS**, **MS** or **PhD** in Robotic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Optimization, or equivalent **OR 3+ years** of relevant experience designing multi-agent autonomy
- Strong proficiency in **Linux** and command-line tools
- Strong proficiency in **Python** and/or **C++** (most work is in **C++**)
- Hands-on experience with robotic systems, sensors (such as **RADAR**, cameras), and vehicle autopilots (e.g., **PX4**, **ROS**)
- Experience with **CI/CD** tools such as **Jenkins**, **GitLab**, or similar
- Knowledge of communication protocols for inter-vehicle communications (e.g., **DDS**, **UDP**, **ROS2**)
- Experience in integrating third-party software and APIs

## Nice to Haves

- Ability to work in field environments, troubleshooting, testing, and deploying systems in challenging conditions
- Excellent communication skills
- Familiarity with maritime vessels and/or airborne drones

## Compensation

**Base salary range: $125,000 - $175,000 USD annually** (plus equity and benefits)

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