Senior C++ Engineer

Cyngn; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 198,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible vacation policy

Paid parental leave

Daily lunches for in-office employees

Job summary

Cyngn in Mountain View, CA, is looking for a Robotics and System Integration Engineer. This role involves developing and integrating autonomous vehicle systems, focusing on software and hardware optimization. Candidates should possess proficiency in robotics and skills in C++, ROS/ROS2, and system performance.

The position offers comprehensive health benefits, flexible vacation policy, and a salary range of $198,000 - $225,000 per year for Bay Area residents.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in robotics software development or system integration.
• Strong proficiency in ROS/ROS2 and Ubuntu-based systems.
• Extensive experience with real-time system performance optimization and CUDA programming.
• Deep understanding of autonomous vehicle architecture and systems integration.
• Strong background in electrical systems, CAN protocols, and firmware development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust robotics software using C++ and the ROS/ROS2 framework.
• Develop and maintain critical system components including state management.
• Optimize high-performance software for processing sensor data.
• Implement and maintain CAN bus communications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate perception and control systems.

Skills

Robotics software development

ROS/ROS2 proficiency

C++ programming

Ubuntu systems

Real-time system optimization

CUDA programming

Electrical systems knowledge

CAN bus protocols

Firmware development

Docker expertise

Ansible usage

Python programming

Networking principles

Debugging skills

Job description

About Cyngn

Based in Mountain View, CA, Cyngn is a publicly‑traded autonomous technology company that deploys self‑driving industrial vehicles, specifically autonomous tuggers, to factories, warehouses, and other facilities throughout North America. We are a small, high‑energy team—under 100 employees—operating with the agility of a startup while benefiting from the liquidity of public trading. Our autonomous vehicles are deployed to real clients, giving engineers a tangible impact, and we foster a welcoming, diverse culture that values collaboration and trust.

About This Role

As a Robotics and System Integration Engineer, you will develop and integrate autonomous vehicle systems, focusing on mission‑critical software, system optimization, and hardware integration across our fleet. Your expertise in robotics, systems administration, and performance optimization will be essential for reliable and efficient operation in industrial environments.

What You Will Do

• Design and implement robust robotics software using C++ and the ROS/ROS2 framework.
• Develop and maintain critical system components, including state management, health monitoring, and diagnostic tools.
• Create and optimize high‑performance software for processing sensor data from LiDAR, cameras, and other perception systems.
• Implement and maintain CAN bus communications and firmware update systems.
• Configure and optimize container environments for autonomous vehicle components.
• Develop and maintain system provisioning and configuration‑management tools.
• Implement performance profiling and optimization across the autonomous vehicle stack.
• Create and maintain automated testing and validation frameworks for system integration.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues across hardware, software, and network interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate perception, localization, and control systems.
• Optimize system performance for real‑time processing of high‑bandwidth sensor data.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system architecture and integration procedures.

Who You Are

• 5+ years of experience in robotics software development or system integration.
• Strong proficiency in ROS/ROS2 and Ubuntu‑based systems.
• Extensive experience with real‑time system performance optimization and CUDA programming.
• Deep understanding of autonomous vehicle architecture and systems integration.
• Strong background in electrical systems, CAN protocols, and firmware development.
• Expertise in container technologies (Docker, Podman) and their underlying systems.
• Experience with configuration‑management tools like Ansible.
• Strong programming skills in C++, Python, and shell scripting.
• Thorough understanding of networking principles and protocols.
• Experience with high‑performance computing and system optimization.
• Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills across hardware and software domains.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Nice to Haves

• Experience with fleet management systems or logistics software.
• Experience with industrial automation or autonomous mobile robots.
• Knowledge of the Open‑RMF middleware framework.
• Experience with telematics data processing and analytics.
• Familiarity with computer vision and machine learning deployment.
• Experience with over‑the‑air (OTA) update systems.
• Knowledge of safety‑critical software development practices.
• Experience with real‑time operating systems.
• Familiarity with automotive‑grade software development.
• Background in system safety and fault‑tolerance design.
• Experience with simulation environments for autonomous systems testing.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

Benefits & Perks

• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA, Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge).
• Life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums).
• Company 401(k).
• Commuter benefits.
• Flexible vacation policy.
• Sabbatical leave opportunity after five years with the company.
• Paid parental leave.
• Daily lunches for in‑office employees.
• Monthly meal and tech allowances for remote employees.

Salary

$198,000 - $225,000 a year (Bay Area residents). Remote applicants are welcome.

Hiring Process

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by humans.