Robotics Software Engineer – Defense Autonomy

Hendrick Automotive Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

<p>Hendrick Automotive Group in Charlotte is seeking a Software Engineer to develop cutting-edge unmanned vehicles and electro-mechanical equipment. This role involves designing and integrating field-ready software, managing Git repositories, and executing rapid integration projects.</p><p>The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience with ROS2, Python, and C++. Strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset are essential, along with the ability to work under tight deadlines.</p>

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of professional software engineering experience in a production environment.
• Experience in robotics, autonomy, or embedded products preferred.
• Proficiency in sensor integration, including drivers and configuration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate production-quality software for UxV platforms.
• Manage and maintain software repositories using Git.
• Execute fast-turnaround integration projects under aggressive timelines.

Skills

ROS2

Python

C++

Android development

Sensor integration

Git

Linux

CAN bus experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, robotics, or related field

Tools

Robotics simulation tools

Embedded computer solutions

Job description

Hendrick Automotive Group in Charlotte is seeking a Software Engineer to develop cutting-edge unmanned vehicles and electro-mechanical equipment. This role involves designing and integrating field-ready software, managing Git repositories, and executing rapid integration projects.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience with ROS2, Python, and C++. Strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset are essential, along with the ability to work under tight deadlines.