Embedded C Developer

Accord Technologies Inc; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Accord Technologies Inc in Irving, TX is seeking an Embedded C Developer to advance localization algorithms for autonomous systems. You will design production‑quality C++ software, implement filters (EKF/UKF), integrate inertial navigation, and collaborate across teams from design to validation.

This on-site role requires strong debugging, ROS familiarity, and a solid math background to move ideas from prototype to production under an Architect and Program Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree; 2+ years with a Master’s; PhD may substitute.
• Internships accepted as relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop production-quality C++ software for localization and positioning.
• Implement filters using perception-based, inertial, and GNSS inputs.
• Collaborate across teams through design, coding, validation, and documentation phases.
• Mentor localization team members and contribute to architecture design.

Skills

C++ development

Python

Inertial Measurement

State Estimation

Debugging & profiling

Structured programming

Analyze code/logs

Life cycle awareness

Diagnostics tools

Product specs interpretation

Documentation & reporting

Prototype to production

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Robotics, EE, CE, CS

5+ years with Bachelor's

2+ years with Master’s

PhD may substitute for some experience

Internships accepted

Tools

ROS

Kalman/Extended Kalman Filter

Inertial navigation

SLAM & graph optimization

State estimation libraries

Job description

Job Title:Embedded C Developer

Location:Irving, TX

Contract Type:W2 Contract

Required Education

Degree: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in an accredited Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science program

Note: Associate degrees are not accepted

Experience Equivalency

• 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree
• 2+ years of experience with a Master's degree
• PhD may substitute for some experience

Internships: Accepted as relevant job experience

Required Skills

• Excellence in C++ development
• Fluency in Python
• Inertial Measurement Technology
• State Estimation
• Strong debugging and profiling skills
• Structured programming techniques
• Interpreting application system designs and program specifications
• Identifies, documents, and resolves software/application problems
• Uses fact-finding and diagnostic tools
• Analyzes code, logs, and systems for advanced troubleshooting
• Records and reports technical problems and solutions
• Identifies issues and considerations for each phase of the life cycle
• Interprets product development plans and functional documentation

Technical Skills (Desired/Preferred)

• 5+ years of robotics/autonomous solutions experience
• Proven experience with filtering solutions: Error State Kalman Filter, Extended Kalman Filter (EKF)
• In-depth knowledge of inertial navigation and guidance systems
• Experience with SLAM, graph optimization libraries, and state estimation
• Familiarity with ROS (Robot Operating System)
• Strong foundation in mathematics: 3D geometry, linear algebra, statistical error modeling (Gauss-Markov processes)
• Ability to work in various coordinate systems and perform transformations
• Understanding of physics-based modeling, vehicle modeling, and dynamics
• Ability to survey literature and convert research papers into production implementations

Soft Skills (Mandatory)

• Supports team collaboration in problem-solving
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Takes ownership of moving ideas from prototype to production
• Adaptable to various phases of development
• Attention to detail

Soft Skills (Desired)

• Proactive in research and prototyping
• Systems thinking
• Resilient and persistent with complex problems

Key Contributions to Work Group

• Software development focused on positioning and localization
• Collaborate to prototype and productionize algorithms enabling autonomous & semiautonomous systems to localize robustly within their environment
• Estimate absolute position and altitude, as well as relative position to terrain features and static/mobile equipment
• Implement filters using perception-based, inertial, and GNSS inputs
• Participate in all development phases: design, documentation, coding, quality, and validation
• Research and design localization algorithms and software
• Develop production-quality C++ software including design, documentation, coding, validation, and functional safety support
• Contribute to requirements generation and architecture design for localization
• Collaborate with and mentor localization team members

Work primarily in-office, with occasional lab or proving ground work (PPE and safety glasses required)

Led by an Architect and Program Manager

Collaborative, technically focused team

Office-based with occasional lab/test site visits

New addition to the team