Senior C++ Software Engineer

SYOS Aerospace; Mount Maunganui; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SYOS Aerospace is seeking a Senior C++ Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team in New Zealand. You will own and deliver core software components for autonomous vehicles, contributing across the full software lifecycle.

You'll work with robotics, aerospace, and real-time systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, test, and optimise software for performance and reliability. Linux, ROS, Python, and CI/CD are part of the daily toolkit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of commercial C++ software development experience.
• Experience in robotics, aerospace, autonomous or real-time software desirable.
• Strong understanding of OOP, data structures and software design principles.
• Experience using Git or similar version control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Genuine interest in robotics, autonomous systems and emerging technologies.
• Experience developing in a Linux environment.
• Experience with Python, ROS or embedded systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing or Docker.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test software applications for autonomous vehicle systems.
• Write clean, efficient and maintainable C++ code following software engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls and other engineering teams to integrate software into our vehicles.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to a strong engineering culture.
• Debug, profile and optimise software for performance, reliability and maintainability.
• Contribute to structured Git repositories, build systems and development workflows.
• Take ownership of assigned software modules and projects.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools and industry practices.

Skills

C++

Git

Linux

Python

ROS

Embedded systems

CI/CD

Docker

Real-time systems

Education

BSc in CS/Software Eng

Tools

Git

Linux

ROS

Docker

Job description

Join SYOS at a pivotal time and help shape the future of autonomous technology.

SYOS is a fast-growing global robotics and aerospace company developing cutting-edge uncrewed vehicles across air, land and sea for dual-use applications. We’re pushing technological boundaries to deliver innovative, high-performance products that exceed customer expectations.

About The Role

We’re looking for a motivated Senior C++ Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team. You’ll contribute to the design and development of core software applications that power our autonomous vehicle systems. Working alongside experienced engineers, you’ll take ownership of your own projects and modules while contributing across the full software development lifecycle.

This is an opportunity to work on real-world robotics and autonomous systems in a dynamic, highly collaborative environment where your work has a direct impact on our products.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test software applications for autonomous vehicle systems.
• Write clean, efficient and maintainable C++ code following software engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls and other engineering teams to integrate software into our vehicles.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to a strong engineering culture.
• Debug, profile and optimise software for performance, reliability and maintainability.
• Contribute to structured Git repositories, build systems and development workflows.
• Take ownership of assigned software modules and projects.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools and industry practices.

About You

You’ll ideally bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field
• 3-5 years of commercial C++ software development experience.
• Experience in robotics, aerospace, autonomous or real-time software systems desirable.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, data structures and software design principles.
• Experience using Git or similar version control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• A genuine interest in robotics, autonomous systems and emerging technologies.
• Experience developing in a Linux environment.
• Experience with Python, ROS (Robot Operating System) or embedded systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing or Docker.

Why SYOS?

At SYOS, you’ll be part of a versatile engineering team working on technology that moves beyond the lab and into real-world applications. You’ll have the opportunity to work across disciplines, solve challenging problems and see your software directly contribute to the development of autonomous vehicles across air, land and sea.

Join us at a pivotal time, ready to make a real impact!

You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.