Sr. Software Engineer - Mission Autonomy

FieldAI; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

FieldAI is looking for a skilled Senior Software Engineer for Mission Autonomy to develop cutting-edge AI and robotic systems. Your role will involve designing decision-making frameworks and enhancing robotic capabilities.

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Computer Science, possess advanced skills in Python and C++, and have over 5 years of experience in AI product development. Join a thriving team dedicated to innovation and solving complex challenges in robotics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience with product level AI software.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all teams.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate a semantic scene graph world model.
• Design and implement API frameworks for LLMs.
• Maintain and expand the robotics testing framework.

Skills

Python programming

C++

ROS

Linux

Git

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Gazebo

Isaac Sim

Job description

Field AI is seeking an innovative Senior Software Engineer for Mission Autonomy to play a vital role in the development of highly advanced robotic and AI systems to design and implement intelligent decision‑making frameworks. Your contribution is essential to advancing our autonomous robotic platforms and delivering cutting‑edge AI‑driven solutions to customers. This is a unique career opportunity to join a rapidly growing company and contribute to the success of enterprise clients in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

What You Will Get To Do

• Semantic Scene Graph & Navigation: Develop and integrate a semantic scene graph world model to enable real‑time spatial reasoning, context‑aware mission planning, and natural language‑driven robotic navigation.
• LLM API & Mission Autonomy Integration: Design and implement API frameworks that allow Large Language Models (LLMs) to interface with robotic autonomy stacks, enabling seamless language‑based mission execution and feedback handling.
• Testing & Validation Frameworks: Maintain and expand the robotics testing framework through the development of unit and integration tests to ensure system reliability, safety, and performance.

What You Have

• PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Python programming, C++, ROS, Linux, Git.
• 5+ years experience with product level AI software (e.g., state machines, behavior trees).
• Ability to effectively and efficiently communicate with all teams.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and proven ability to navigate complex software systems.
• Strong work ethic, highly self‑motivated, and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

What Will Set You Apart

• Proficiency in C++ programming.
• Experience with simulation environments (e.g., Gazebo, Isaac Sim).
• Experience with LLM‑based decision‑making frameworks in robotic systems.

Compensation

$100,000 - $200,000 a year

Why Join Field AI?

We are solving one of the world’s most complex challenges: deploying robots in unstructured, previously unknown environments. Our Field Foundational Models set a new standard in perception, planning, localization, and manipulation, ensuring our approach is explainable and safe for deployment.

You will have the opportunity to work with a world‑class team that thrives on creativity, resilience, and bold thinking. With a decade‑long track record of deploying solutions in the field, winning DARPA challenge segments, and bringing expertise from organizations such as DeepMind, NASA JPL, Boston Dynamics, NVIDIA, Amazon, Tesla Autopilot, Cruise Self‑Driving, Zoox, Toyota Research Institute, and SpaceX, we are set to achieve our ambitious goals.

Be Part of the Next Robotics Revolution

To tackle such ambitious challenges, we need a team as unique as our vision — innovators who go beyond conventional methods and are eager to tackle tough, uncharted questions. We’re seeking individuals who challenge the status quo, dive into uncharted territory, and bring interdisciplinary expertise. Our team requires not only top AI talent but also exceptional software developers, engineers, product designers, field deployment experts, and communicators.

We are headquartered in always‑sunny Irvine, Southern California and have US based and global teammates.

Join us, shape the future, and be part of a fun, close‑knit team on an exciting journey!

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.