Senior Software Integration Engineer

Metric Geo; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A company specializing in autonomous systems is seeking a Mid-Senior Software Integration Engineer. The role involves building and integrating software for advanced robotic platforms within defense applications. Applicants must have extensive experience in safety-critical environments and strong programming skills in C++, Java, or Python. This is a full-time position located in the United States and requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in safety-critical software development.
• Strong ownership of development and integration processes.
• Hands-on experience with real-time systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and integrate software for advanced robotic platforms.
• Ensure reliable performance across mission-critical systems.

Skills

Programming in C++

Programming in Java

Programming in Python

System design

Debugging

Test development

Algorithms

Data structures

Performance optimization

Robotics experience

Job description

Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Group Business Manager | Metric | North America

Role: Staff/Senior Software Integration Engineer - Autonomous Systems

Location: Maryland

Client: Leading Organisation in Autonomous Systems for the Defense Industry

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Software Integration Engineer to join a cutting-edge autonomous systems company focused on delivering next-generation robotics for defense and industrial applications. If you’re driven by solving complex problems at the intersection of autonomy and software hardware integration, and you thrive in fast-paced environments where technical depth, cross-functional collaboration, ownership, and innovation are valued, this is your opportunity to drive impact where it matters most.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for building and integrating embedded software that powers advanced robotic platforms. This position demands strong ownership of software development, system integration, and real-world testing to deliver reliable, intelligent behaviour across mission-critical systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing and integrating software with hardware systems in safety-critical environments.
• Strong programming knowledge in languages such as C++, Java, or Python.
• Deep understanding of core software engineering practices such as system design, debugging, and test development.
• Hands-on experience deploying software to embedded or real-time systems.
• Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with safety standards such as ISO 26262, DO-178, or MIL-STD-882.
• Experience in robotics, automation, or autonomous vehicle systems is highly desirable.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position. Please apply only if you are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or green card holder.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing, Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, and Robotics Engineering