Robotics Software Engineer — Real-Time Motion & Control

Allen Control Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

ACS Equity Package

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Allen Control Systems in Austin, Texas, is looking for a talented Software Engineer specializing in Robotics. This role focuses on transforming computer vision outputs into precise motion to control autonomous systems accurately.

The successful candidate will work on developing real-time control loops and ensuring safety constraints are managed effectively. A robust background in C++ and experience with robotic frameworks will set you apart.

Competitive salary and benefits offered, including an equity package and comprehensive insurance.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in C++ for real-time code.
• Solid grounding in linear algebra, kinematics, and coordinate transforms.
• Experience with real-time or low-latency systems and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Control robot motion to track drones under real-time constraints.
• Develop and tune real-time control loops for accurate pointing.
• Define and negotiate software/hardware contract minimizing rework.

Skills

C++ proficiency

Python for tooling and analysis

Linear algebra

Control theory fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Robotics frameworks (ROS/ROS 2)

Real-time Linux

Job description

Allen Control Systems in Austin, Texas, is looking for a talented Software Engineer specializing in Robotics. This role focuses on transforming computer vision outputs into precise motion to control autonomous systems accurately.

The successful candidate will work on developing real-time control loops and ensuring safety constraints are managed effectively. A robust background in C++ and experience with robotic frameworks will set you apart.

Competitive salary and benefits offered, including an equity package and comprehensive insurance.