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Job Description

As aSoftwareEngineer at AV, youll developsoftware to controladvancedrobotic platforms from AVandindustry leadersincludingBoston Dynamics, Red Cat, FLIR,Skydio, QinetiQ, Parrot, and more. Youll play a key role in developing Kinesis, our flagship software ecosystem that enablesusers tocollaborativelycontrola diverse set ofrobots.

This role is ideal for engineers who take ownership, enjoy working hands-on with hardware, and bring structure and clarity to complex systems.Youll betrustedto move quickly, make sound decisions, and continuously improveour product and execution.

Position Responsibilities:

• Software development in support of AVs vision-based navigation, autonomy, cooperative behaviors, and mission systems technology roadmap.

• Design,implement, and integratesystemsin C++ and Kotlin.

• Developcross-platformapplicationsforAndroid, Linux, and Windowsto control robotic platforms.

• DesignSDK interfaces for internal and external integration with AV systems.

• Performhands-onfieldtestingwith robots to validate new features.

• 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.

• Occasional travelforcustomer or testing events.

• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):

• Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience with 5+ years of relevant experience.

• Strong fluency in modern C++, maintainable software architecture, and modular system design

• Experience evaluating product design tradeoffs and translating them into clear system requirements

• Hands-on knowledge of CMake or similar build systems

• Experience developing software for mechatronic or hardware-integrated systems

• Knowledge of computer networking topologies, protocols, and principles

• Self-directed engineer who takes ownership and brings structure to complex systems

• Ability to engage directly with technical and non-technical customers

• Ability to leverage AI tooling to improve engineering productivity and code quality

• Ability to obtain a US DoD Secret clearance if required

• Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies:

• Advanced degree is preferred

• Familiarity with safety critical software concepts such as determinism and real-time systems

• Experience with UAS, drones, robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other embedded systems

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Gitlab or similar)

• Android/Linux application development experience

• Experience with Docker

• Experience with FastDDS, gRPC, MQTT, or similar networking protocols

• Experience designing and delivering APIs and SDKs to third-party developers

• Demonstrates leadership skills andsound judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions

• Demonstrateseffective listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group settings

• Demonstrates understanding of system designthat one isworking 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 ones own interests

Physical Demands:

• 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)

Special Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A U.S. person according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR 7 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  .

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

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