Principal Software Engineer (Autonomous Systems)

Lynx; United States; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost Medical and Dental coverage

401K with generous match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Remote work opportunities based on rol

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Lynx in the United States is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to help develop autonomous flight systems using ArduPilot and PX4. You will work across C, C++, Java, Python, and Bash for embedded systems, automation, testing, and application development, with a focus on Linux and Windows environments.

The role requires 8+ years of hands-on software development, DoD secret clearance, and the ability to travel up to 25%. Remote work opportunities are available based on the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, CS, or related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of software development experience for embedded systems.
• Experience with ArduPilot and/or PX4 flight controllers.
• Experience with UAS/UAV operations, integration and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with Git and collaborative development.
• Understanding robotics, flight software, sensor integration, and embedded design.
• Ability to obtain Secret DoD security clearance.
• 25% travel requirement.

Skills

Embedded systems

C/C++/Java/Python/Bash

Linux/Windows development

Git proficiency

DoD clearance

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering / CS

Tools

Git

MAVLink

Docker

Job description

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
• 8+ years Strong software development experience using C, C++, Java, Python, and Bash for embedded systems, automation, testing, and application development.
• Experience developing and configuring autonomous flight systems using ArduPilot and/or PX4 flight controllers.
• Experience with UAS/UAV or RC aircraft operations, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with Git for source control, branching strategies, code reviews, and collaborative software development.
• Understanding robotics, autonomous systems, flight software, sensor integration, and embedded system design
• Proficient with Linux and Windows development environments
• Ability to professionally communicate project status and collaborate on technical solutions with clients and peers
• Ability to obtain Secret DoD security clearance
• 25% travel

Preferred / Additional Skills:

• Proficient with Atlassian Tools (Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket, etc.)
• Familiarity with the MAVLink communication protocol, including telemetry, command-and-control messaging, mission planning, and integration with ground control stations.
• DevOps & Containerization – Experience with Docker-based development, deployment, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Embedded Systems – Developing software for microcontrollers and embedded hardware platforms.
• Autonomy Systems – Working with autonomous systems software and hardware, including Perception (sensors, computer vision, sensor fusion)
• Motion and mission planning
• Control systems
• Test & Verification Engineering – Creating automated tests, validation frameworks, and verification software.
• Software Quality & CI/CD – Designing and maintaining robust software quality processes, automated builds, testing, and deployment pipelines.
• Electrical Engineering Fundamentals – Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and collaborate with hardware teams.
• Experience communicating and documenting complex technical designs.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-basedenvironment
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

We have very robust benefits including:

• Low-cost Medical / Dental / Vision coverage options
• 401K with generous employer match
• Responsible Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Remote work opportunities based on role
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth and professional development opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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