Forward Deployed Software Engineer - Tracking / Fusion / Vision / Navigation

Recruiting From Scratch; Washington, Denver, Palo Alto, Austin (District of Columbia, CO, CA, TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm seeks a Senior Integration Engineer to join their specialized team focused on autonomous systems and sensor fusion technologies. This position involves building and integrating advanced software solutions and addressing complex challenges in real-world environments. Candidates should have a strong programming background and experience in relevant fields, along with a willingness to travel for hands-on integration with clients.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Equity opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-10 years of experience in software integration and deployment.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, Java, or Go.
• Comfort with customer-facing roles and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Build and integrate software solutions for autonomous navigation.
• Deploy and optimize solutions for edge computing.
• Collaborate across teams to design, deploy, and support mission-critical software.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Go

Drone Autonomy

Computer Vision

Sensor Fusion

Multi-Target Tracking

Autonomous Driving

Robotics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

2-3+ years startup/relevant industry experience

Tools

Linux

Networking

Edge Computing

Job description

Who is Recruiting from Scratch:

Recruiting from Scratch is a talent firm that focuses on placing the best candidate for our clients. Our team is 100% remote and we work with teams across North America, South America, and Europe to help them hire.

https://www.recruitingfromscratch.com/

Senior Integration Engineer - Autonomous Systems & Sensor Fusion

We're representing an industry leader in data-driven technology solutions, seeking exceptional engineers to join their product engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous systems and sensor fusion technologies that solve real-world challenges.

Role Overview

You'll join a specialized product engineering team working on advanced mathematical and machine learning problems in:

• Geo-Visual Algorithms
• Multi-Sensor Fusion and Tracking
• Drone/Agent Navigation Systems

As a key team member, you'll be responsible for bringing solutions to life in laboratory, field, and real-world customer environments while contributing to core product development.

What You'll Do

• Build and integrate software solutions for autonomous navigation, sensor fusion, and defense systems
• Deploy and optimize solutions for edge computing and on-premises environments
• Work directly with customers on integration, testing, and field exercises
• Collaborate across teams to design, deploy, and support mission-critical software
• Travel to customer sites for hands-on integration and demonstration (required)

What We're Looking For

• 1-10 years of experience in software integration and deployment
• Experience in one or more: Drone Autonomy, Computer Vision, Sensor Fusion, Multi-Target Tracking, Autonomous Driving, or Robotics
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, Java, or Go
• Hands-on experience with Linux, networking, and edge computing
• Comfort with customer-facing roles and willingness to travel
• Security clearance eligibility required

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience, OR
• Master's degree + 1 year experience, OR
• 2-3+ years startup/relevant industry experience

Location

Washington, D.C. (preferred), Denver, Palo Alto, Seattle, or Austin

Compensation

• Base: $100k - $250k (Market Competitive)
• Equity: Market Competitive
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Our client is looking to make 2-3 hires in the next 2-3 months. This is a unique opportunity to work on transformative technology while maintaining work-life balance with a flexible hybrid schedule.