Senior C++ Software Engineer - Aerospace & Autonomy

Ridgemont Resources, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The role requires strong C++ and Linux skills, front-to-back development including Python and Java/Kotlin, and ability to work under pressure with minimal oversight. US citizenship and security clearance eligibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field is preferred.
• Strong background in Linux and system-level programming.
• Experience with aerospace software development processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and extend ASR C++ code base for ground station and drone operations.
• Develop new algorithms for onboard and ground station systems.
• Modify and extend communications protocol across components.
• Contribute to software architecture and engineering process improvements.

Skills

C++

C/C++ (STL)

Python

Java/Kotlin

HTML/CSS/JS

Linux (POSIX)

Object-oriented programming

Agile

Math/Physics

Security clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

STM32 microcontrollers

Yocto/Embedded Linux

GCC/compilers

Pub/Sub

Job description

The role requires strong C++ and Linux skills, front-to-back development including Python and Java/Kotlin, and ability to work under pressure with minimal oversight. US citizenship and security clearance eligibility are preferred.