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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Autonomous Defense Technologies Corp. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $250,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Computing Platforms, Artificial Neural Networks, C++ (Programming Language), Serialization, Middleware, Protocol Buffers, Interoperability, Multicasting, Sensor Fusion, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Software, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), ZeroMQ (Concurrent Programming Libraries), Reinforcement Learning, Software Modules, PIC Microcontroller, Deep Learning, Information Technology, Production Code, Firewall Services Module, Grpc, Golang - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/swarmaero/96eadbec-9a27-4212-b3bf-a4c06a5671ec ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field. * 3+ years building soft-real-time embedded systems. * Deep expertise in at least one systems language (Golang, Rust, or C/C++). * Proven experience deploying and validating robotics algorithms (Dubins planning, SLAM, Kalman filters, particle filters, A*, behavior trees, reinforcement learning, etc.). * Working knowledge of embedded systems (SPI/I2C/serial protocols, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, microcontroller programming). * Strong networking fundamentals (NAT, mDNS, UDP/TCP, multicast, firewall configuration). * Excellent software engineering practices with emphasis on testable, reliable code. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with perception systems, sensor fusion, or multi-target tracking (Kalman-based trackers, JPDA, MHT, or similar). * Contributions to deployed robotics or IoT systems requiring complex edge processing (aerospace, autonomous vehicles, etc.). * Experience with robotics middleware (DDS/ROS2, ZeroMQ, gRPC) and serialization formats (Protobuf). * Familiarity with government UxS interoperability standards (OMS/UCI, STANAG 4586, FACE). * Hands-on electronics skills (breadboarding, soldering, schematic interpretation, datasheet analysis). * Deep learning experience. ## Description We're looking for a Software Engineer, Autonomy with software development experience in mobile robotics. As a robotics software engineer, you will be responsible for building the core perception, planning, and control systems running onboard each member of the largest drone swarm in the world. 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