Senior Software Engineer (Autonomy)

Lynx; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage and benefits

401K with employer match

PTO + holidays

Remote work opportunities

EAP

Job summary

Lynx is seeking a highly skilled embedded software engineer in the United States to design, develop, and integrate software for autonomous flight systems. You will work with ArduPilot/PX4 flight controllers, contribute to sensor integration, and collaborate across teams to deliver robust solutions.

Ideal candidates have extensive experience with C/C++, Java, Python and Bash on embedded platforms, plus proficiency in Git, Linux, and Windows environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, CS, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of software development experience for embedded systems using C, C++, Java, Python, and Bash.
• Experience developing and configuring autonomous flight systems using ArduPilot and/or PX4 flight controllers.
• Experience with UAS/UAV 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 communicate project status and collaborate on technical solutions with clients and peers.
• Ability to obtain a Secret DoD security clearance.
• 25% Travel.

Skills

C

C++

Java

Python

Bash

Embedded systems

ArduPilot

PX4

UAS/UAV operations

Git

Linux

Windows

Communication with clients

Secret DoD clearance

Travel 25%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, CS, or related

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

Bitbucket

MAVLink

Docker

Job description

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ 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 a 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 Secret DoD security clearance

Sound Exciting? 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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