Software Engineer

Composite Energy Technologies; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Composite Energy Technologies seeks a C++ Software Engineer to develop and integrate software for unmanned underwater vehicle platforms. You will work across the robotics stack, from sensor integration to autonomy behaviors, testing and deployment, alongside software, electrical, mechanical and systems engineers.

The role emphasizes rapid prototyping of proof-of-concepts and maintaining production-quality software within Hadalus vehicle lines. US citizenship and background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 2–5+ years of professional software systems experience.
• Passion for autonomy, software and robotics.
• Experience with underwater robotics/electronics preferred.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Background check and US citizen requirement stated.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain production-quality C++ software for UUV platforms and support equipment.
• Develop and integrate ROS 2 nodes, packages, and system interfaces for UUV platforms.
• Build and improve autonomy capabilities such as navigation, path planning, and vehicle monitoring.
• Integrate sensors and hardware interfaces including motor controllers and sonar systems.
• Develop tools and test environments for simulation, automated testing, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define requirements and review designs.

Skills

C++

ROS 2

Underwater robotics

English

Software testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MOOS

OpenAUV

PCX

MOAA

DDS middleware

Modern C++

HTML-5

Java

Job description

Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Software & Autonomy

Date: November 2026

Job Description

Position for a C++ Software Engineer to develop and integrate software for unmanned underwater vehicle platforms. Individual will work across the entire robotics stack from device and sensor integration to autonomy behaviors, testing and deployment alongside software, electrical, mechanical and systems engineers.

The role is suited to an engineer who can rapidly prototype proof-of-concepts to showcase capabilities and maintain hardened production-quality software within our Hadalus vehicle product lines.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Design, implement, and maintain production quality C++ software for UUV platforms and support equipment.
• Develop and integrate ROS 2 nodes, packages and system interfaces for UUV platforms.
• Build and improve autonomy capabilities, such as navigation, path planning and vehicle monitoring.
• Integrate sensors and hardware interfaces, which may include motor controllers, actuators, Forward Looking Sonars, Side-Scan Sonars and alike.
• Develop tools and test environments for simulation, automated testing, and analysis of field data.
• Diagnose software and integration issues across Linux-based systems and embedded platforms.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define requirements, review designs and deliver tested capabilities.
• Participate in both hardware and software in-the-loop testing and occasional field testing or customer demonstrations.
• Support the development, operation, and maintenance for the purposes of testing and mission demonstration as applicable to marine vehicles.
• Develops test strategies, devices, and systems. Prepares test procedures and test reports as necessary to document designs, procedures, and results.
• Preferred experience with core 3rd party software stacks including but not limited to ROS 2, MOOS, OpenAUV, PCX and MOAA.
• May use computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform assignments.
• Travel to the events as needed.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee can exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles and moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Demands

Must possess ability to work in a standard office environment and on production floor; use standard office equipment, including a computer; walk and climb stairs; carry supplies, equipment, and materials up to 40 lbs.; read printed materials on computer screen; and communicate in person and over the phone

Position Type & Expected Work Hours

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. This position occasionally requires long hours and weekend work.

Travel

Occasional travel to demonstrations is expected for this position.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experiences.
• (2-5+) years professional software systems experience
• Passion for autonomy, software and robotics
• Proficient/understand software tools needed for all elements of development and debugging
• Experience working with underwater robotics/electronics
• Preferred: Not required: Experience with DDS middleware, Modern C++, HTML-5 and Java.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team
• Software testing and production release experience
• Machine learning experience a plus
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Must be a US Citizen

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Must be able to pass a background check

Must be a citizen of the United States