Software Engineer - Robotics & Autonomy

Clearwater, Fl

Description

Position Overview

ONSITE ONLY

We are seeking a Software Engineer IV to support the development and deployment of autonomous systems for real-world robotic platforms. This role focuses on building and integrating perception, localization, and navigation capabilities for systems operating in dynamic and GPS-denied environments.

This position operates with a high level of independence and is responsible for delivering production-ready autonomy solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, and program leadership to ensure successful integration and deployment of robotics capabilities in fielded systems.

What You'll Do

Develop and deploy autonomy pipelines across perception, localization, and navigation for robotic platforms
Design and implement real-time perception capabilities such as object detection, tracking, and obstacle avoidance
Build and optimize state estimation and navigation algorithms including visual odometry, VIO, and SLAM
Integrate software with robotic systems, including flight controllers and autonomy stacks (PX4, ArduPilot)
Deploy and optimize algorithms on embedded systems (Jetson, GPU-enabled platforms) with focus on performance and reliability
Fuse data from multiple sensors including cameras, IMUs, GPS, and other onboard systems to improve robustness
Support system integration, testing, and validation in lab, ground, and field environments
Troubleshoot and resolve issues during development and deployment, working closely with engineering and production teams

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
5–10+ years of experience in robotics, autonomy, or real-time embedded systems
Strong programming skills in C++ and/or Python
Experience deploying software onto real robotic or embedded systems
Strong understanding of robotics systems including perception, state estimation, and control integration
Experience with ROS/ROS2 and common robotics frameworks
Familiarity with computer vision and machine learning tools such as OpenCV, PyTorch, or TensorFlow
Experience supporting DoD or federal government programs
Familiarity with MAVLink, PX4, ArduPilot, or similar flight stacks
Experience with simulation environments (Gazebo, MATLAB, etc.)
Knowledge of software development lifecycle in regulated environments
Active or ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with unmanned systems (UAS, ground, or maritime platforms)
Experience with SLAM, GPS-denied navigation, or contested environments
Experience with CUDA, TensorRT, or hardware acceleration
Experience integrating EO/IR or similar sensor systems
Experience supporting field or flight testing

Additional Requirements

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Willingness to support flight test operations and travel as needed.

Pay and Benefits

Salary range: $150,000- 217,723
Medical, dental, and vision employee coverage fully paid by the employer
Paid vacation: begins to accrue on your first day of employment. Vacation hours accrue per pay period up to these limits:

First year through third year, three weeks annually.

Over four years of employment: four weeks annually

Over eight year of employment: five weeks annually

Six weeks rollover maximum cap

Automatic company contribution to 401K – 5% of earned wages, no matching required
Educational assistance and professional development opportunities

Pay: $150,000.00 - $217,723.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) 5% Match
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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