C++ Embedded Autonomy Engineer

Applied Intuition

Sunnyvale (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Applied Intuition in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design and integrate autonomy and vehicle intelligence systems across hardware and software domains. You will deploy algorithms in SIL, HIL, and live test environments, interfacing with sensors and aircraft autopilots, and support customer demos.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions for defense and commercial customers, with a focus on reliable hardware‑software

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Robotics, Computer Science or related engineering field.
  • Hands-on experience with robotic systems (hardware, software, integration).
  • Experience with embedded Linux and software development for autonomy.

Responsibilities

  • Design and integrate autonomy and vehicle intelligence systems across hardware and software domains.
  • Deploy autonomy algorithms in SIL, HIL and live test environments.
  • Interface with sensors, actuators, and aircraft avionics for robust hardware‑software integration.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver scalable autonomy solutions for defense and commercial customers.

Skills

C++
Robotics systems
Embedded Linux

Education

BS or MS in Robotics, Computer Science or related engineering field

Tools

Docker
Git
VS Code
GitLab

Job description

Applied Intuition in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design and integrate autonomy and vehicle intelligence systems across hardware and software domains. You will deploy algorithms in SIL, HIL, and live test environments, interfacing with sensors and aircraft autopilots, and support customer demos.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions for defense and commercial customers, with a focus on reliable hardware‑software

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