Backend C++ Engineer: Edge Autonomy for Defense

Decisive Point; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401k retirement plan with employer match

Learning and wellness stipends

Job summary

Decisive Point is hiring backend C++ engineers in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to work on autonomy challenges within the defense sector. This role involves designing high-performance systems and building infrastructure for autonomous operations with significant real-world impact.

Applicants should have strong C++ and backend engineering skills, a keen interest in physical AI, and be comfortable working in dynamic, high-stakes environments. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $200,000 annually, alongside benefits and equity options.

Qualifications

• Professional software engineering experience with strong C++ skills.
• Deep understanding of backend engineering fundamentals.
• Interest in autonomy, robotics, or physical AI.
• Strong CS/CE/EE foundation with focus on correctness.
• Proficiency in Python for tooling and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-performance backend systems.
• Tackle autonomy challenges in multi-domain environments.
• Build reliable infrastructure for autonomous systems.
• Partner with teams to translate mission requirements into software.
• Own execution of engineering workstreams from architecture to deployment.

Skills

C++

Systems Programming

Concurrency

Performance Optimization

Distributed Systems

Python

Communication Skills

Education

Computer Science or related degree

Job description

Decisive Point is hiring backend C++ engineers in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to work on autonomy challenges within the defense sector. This role involves designing high-performance systems and building infrastructure for autonomous operations with significant real-world impact.

Applicants should have strong C++ and backend engineering skills, a keen interest in physical AI, and be comfortable working in dynamic, high-stakes environments. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $200,000 annually, alongside benefits and equity options.