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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - Autonomous Systems - **Company:** Palantir Technologies - **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $145,000.0 - $200,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Software Design Patterns, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Systems, Rust (Programming Language), Data Processing, Large Language Models, Information Technology, Real Time Data - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17675236?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17675236%2FSenior-Software-Engineer-Autonomous-Systems-New-York-New-York ## About the Role * Proven experience in software development for autonomous systems, embedded systems, or robotics * Knowledge of AI/ML, sensor processing, or swarm behaviors is highly desirable * Knowledge of LLM toolchains and implementation of agents into complex real time data workflows * Ability to manage complexity, optimize for performance, and think critically under pressure * Experience deploying and maintaining robust production systems What We Require * 5+ years of professional software development experience * 2+ years of experience contributing to the system design or architecture (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems * 2+ years of experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team * Strong proficiency in Rust, Python, C++, or Java * Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields * Active US Security clearance or eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance ## Description We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a customer-facing product engineering team focused on developing advanced Command and Control (C2) and Agentic Autonomy Software for Autonomous Systems for use in operational and tactical missions. This role involves building, integrating, and deploying state-of-the-art software solutions that combine sensors, actuators, unmanned vehicles, and intelligent decision-making systems including self-hosted and commercial LLMs to enable users to employ and manage robotic and autonomous systems across a variety of mission sets. You will work alongside other experts in sensing, artificial intelligence, physics and simulations, user experience, and edge system engineering to build and deliver solutions that redefine complex military and civilian mission scenarios in the real world. As a part of this team, you will contribute directly to the development of cloud and edge software to command and control autonomous systems, including interfacing with onboard sensors (radar, cameras, RF, and other modalities) and real-time kinetic and non-kinetic systems for individual and swarms of systems. You will work alongside other experts in sensing, artificial intelligence, and systems engineering to shape solutions that redefine complex area defense scenarios. Core Responsibilities * Design, implement, and optimize software for mission-critical autonomous systems using modern technologies and methodologies * Develop algorithms to process data from heterogeneous sensors for real-time state estimation and threat detection * Build LLM and AI-driven systems capable of assessing threats and rapidly making decisions to deploy responses to those threats * Develop integrations with a range of sensors, effectors, and autonomous platforms * Engineer scalable, reliable, and fail-safe systems capable of functioning in high-stakes environments * Partner with multidisciplinary teams, including robotics experts, hardware engineers, and system integrators, to deliver integrated solutions ## Related Videos - [Python-Based Data Streaming Pipelines Within Minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1233-python-based-data-streaming-pipelines-within-minutes) - [Implementing continuous delivery in a data processing pipeline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/73-implementing-continuous-delivery-in-a-data-processing-pipeline) - [Rethinking Intelligence: AI, Accessibility, and the Future of Inclusive Work - Artur Ortega](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1377-rethinking-intelligence-ai-accessibility-and-the-future-of-inclusive-work-artur-ortega) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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