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# Autonomy Software Engineer - SD

- **Company:** York Inc
- **Location:** Greenwood Village, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $190,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Business Logic, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Messaging Application Programming Interface, Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, SAP Sales and Distribution, Software Engineering, Safety Critical Systems, State Machines, Git, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Docker
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7e49ab426166e609

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
 * 4+ years of software engineering experience with a strong focus on embedded software development
 * Proficiency in C/C++
 * Experience working in embedded Linux environments
 * Experience with modern messaging frameworks and API technologies used in distributed systems
 * Experience with Git in a collaborative, multi-contributor environment
 * Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and drive code quality through reviews and design discussions
 * Proven ability to collaborate across engineering, design, and operational stakeholders
 * Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous requirements independently and drive to resolution
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presenting technical concepts to non-technical audiences
 * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
 * Active security clearance or ability to obtain one
 * Willingness to work full-time in our Greenwood Village, CO office; this position does not support remote or hybrid work.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience identifying mission states, mapping rules between states, and proving which states are symmetric or unreachable
 * Experience with embedded Linux systems (drivers, networking, system-level debugging)
 * Experience with spacecraft, aerospace, or safety-critical systems
 * Experience with container-based installation and deployment strategies, including Docker and CI/CD pipeline integration
 * Experience supporting on-orbit operations or live systems
 * Familiar with vehicle simulation tools and methodologies, including modeling spacecraft dynamics, guidance and control behaviors, and mission specific scenarios

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance.

## Description

* Design and develop embedded flight software in C/C++ for spacecraft systems
 * Translate designs and requirements into high-quality, maintainable software that meets both functional and visual standards
 * Build reusable code for components, shared libraries, and scalable services for use across the platform
 * Construct state machine models for autonomous mission workflows
 * Engineer algorithms and business logic to promote scalability and automation
 * Contribute to software architecture, requirements, and interface definitions
 * Support on-orbit operations, debugging, and anomaly resolution
 * Develop unit tests and documentation for internal users and customers
 * Develop integration tests against simulation tools to validate behavior against realistic mission scenarios
 * Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives
 * Other duties as assigned


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