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Software Engineer - Robotics

CCS Global Tech

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Herndon, VA
Top Secret/SCI Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$160,000 - $170,000

Job Description

Position: Software Engineer - Robotics
Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance Required
Salary: $160,000 - $170,000 annually

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer - Robotics to develop and integrate software solutions for advanced autonomous and robotic systems supporting mission-critical government programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in robotics software, real-time systems, and sensor integration, with experience developing reliable and scalable solutions in secure environments.

Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain software for robotic and autonomous systems.
Develop algorithms for perception, navigation, motion planning, and control.
Integrate software with robotic platforms, sensors, and embedded hardware.
Develop and optimize real-time software applications.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to design, test, and deploy robotic solutions.
Perform system integration, debugging, testing, and performance optimization.
Create and maintain technical documentation throughout the software development lifecycle.

Required Skills
Active TS/SCI Clearance.
8-12 years of experience in software engineering with a focus on robotics or autonomous systems.
Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.
Experience with the Robot Operating System (ROS/ROS2).
Knowledge of robotics concepts including perception, localization, mapping, motion planning, and control systems.
Experience integrating sensors such as LiDAR, cameras, GPS, and IMUs.
Experience with Linux/Unix development environments and Git version control.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Desired Skills
Experience with computer vision frameworks such as OpenCV.
Knowledge of AI/ML techniques for robotics and autonomous systems.
Experience with Gazebo, RViz, or other robotics simulation environments.
Familiarity with embedded systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community programs.
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Job Category
IT - Software
Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI