Autonomy Software Engineer (C++)
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Pittsburgh, PA - USA
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Job Summary
Autonomy Software Engineer (C)
Company Overview
Near Earth Autonomy is creating a future where autonomous flight is commonplace and technology enables aircraft ranging in scale from sub-meter to full scale to autonomously inspect map survey and transport. We are serious about system design development real-world testing and delivering to customers working useful systems.
Responsibilities and Duties
The Autonomy Software Engineer will implement and maintain autonomy software and algorithms for autonomous full-scale helicopters. This role will focus on building maintaining and improving the autonomous behaviors for aircraft. Based on experience engineers will be given ownership to both utility and core software modules within the autonomy architecture.
We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated independent thinkers passionate about state-of-the-art technology; also self-starting empathetic team players and strong communicators. The ideal candidate for this position can multitask effectively is comfortable working on a quick development tempo and most importantly enjoys bringing new autonomy technology to life.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelors degree in Robotics Computer Science Computer Engineering or equivalent
- Exposure to a variety of robotics concepts including control motion planning behavior arbitration and perception
- Strong C design and programming skills
- Experience with Python or similar programming languages
- Experience with ROS2
- Expertise with software engineering practices and software development life cycle
- Familiarity with development in a Linux environment
- Willingness to travel and spend time in the field
Preferred Additional Skills
- Masters or Ph.D. in Robotics Computer Science or equivalent
- Industry experience in robotics or autonomous flight domains
- Experience designing modular testable and extensible C APIs
- Experience with integration and field testing of robotic systems
Due to the nature of Near Earths funding this position requires US citizenship or Permanent Resident status. Due to work related to federal contracts this position is subject to successful completion of a background check.
Benefits
- Stock options
- 401(k) plan
- Health dental and vision benefits
- Life insurance; long-term and short-term disability benefits
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Manager
About Company
Near Earth Autonomy is creating a future where autonomous aircraft are commonplace and safe. If you too believe in their potential to revolutionize the skies, please review our open positions and apply to the one that matches your qualifications. We respectfully ask that you apply ONL ... View more
