Autonomy Systems Lead Engineer

NightDragon Acquisition Corp.

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 250,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Premium Healthcare Benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
20 days paid time off
7 weeks parental leave
$9,000 annual tuition reimbursement

Job summary

NightDragon Acquisition Corp. is looking for a Chief Engineer to lead technical execution for complex defense autonomy programs. This hands-on role requires integrating and deploying autonomy systems, working closely with customers and stakeholders. Candidates should have a B.S. in a relevant field and strong programming skills in C++, Python, or Java. The position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $250,000 and includes premium healthcare, generous PTO, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

  • 3 or more years of relevant experience.
  • Experience integrating software on hardware products.
  • Ability to consistently deliver production-quality software in a continuously integrated environment.

Responsibilities

  • Direct technical execution for complex defense autonomy programs.
  • Integrate and deploy autonomy stack on customer-bound hardware.
  • Analyze test results and drive problems to resolution.

Skills

C++
Python
Java
Software design
Unit testing
Debugging
Algorithms
Data structures
Software documentation

Education

B.S. in computer science, engineering, robotics, or related field

Job description

NightDragon Acquisition Corp. is looking for a Chief Engineer to lead technical execution for complex defense autonomy programs. This hands-on role requires integrating and deploying autonomy systems, working closely with customers and stakeholders. Candidates should have a B.S. in a relevant field and strong programming skills in C++, Python, or Java. The position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $250,000 and includes premium healthcare, generous PTO, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
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