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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Cydecor, Inc. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $98,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Computer Vision, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Motion Planning, Network Service, Object-Oriented Software Development, Parsing, Scrum Methodology, Software Prototyping, Qt Modeling Language (QML), Qt (Software), Reverse Engineering, Sensor Fusion, Software Construction, Software Engineering, System Software, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Dynamic Routing, Scripting, Robot Operating System, Software Troubleshooting, Software Application Programming, Git, SC Clearance, Build Management, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Codebase, Reverse Engineering Software, Lidar, GNSS - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/c67a6cd5-99d1-4038-a4fb-9f888c5e8d34 ## About the Role * Active or Interim Secret with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI eligibility. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering or scientific discipline. * Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on professional software development experience with a degree, or seven (7) years of applicable professional experience without a degree. * Proficiency in C, C++, and object-oriented software development. * Experience developing software within an Agile development environment. * Experience with autonomous navigation and path-planning techniques. * Experience with BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and PX4 flight control software. * Experience integrating sensor data including GPS, IMUs, cameras, and LiDAR. * Experience with QGroundControl or similar ground control software. * Experience developing applications using Qt/QML. * Proficiency with Python scripting. * Working knowledge of MAVLink communications protocols. * Understanding of TCP/IP networking concepts. * Experience troubleshooting software and network communication issues. * Experience parsing and reverse engineering software codebases. * Experience building software from source code repositories. Bonus Points If You Have: * Active TS/SCI Clearance. * Experience supporting DoD/DoW or autonomous systems programs. * Experience developing software for unmanned aerial, ground, or maritime systems. * Experience with CAD or engineering visualization software. * Experience supporting hardware/software integration and field testing. Security Clearance: * Active or Interim Secret; Active TS/SCI preferred. * Must be eligible to obtain and maintain TS/SCI access. Education: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering or scientific discipline. * 7 years of directly applicable experience may be substituted for a degree. Work Schedule: * Full-time, on-site., Tags: Software Engineer, Autonomous Systems Software Engineer, Autonomy Software Engineer, Autonomous Systems Engineer, Unmanned Systems Software Engineer, UxS Software Engineer, Robotics Software Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, C++ Software Engineer, C++ Developer, C Software Engineer, Autonomous Vehicle Software Engineer, Unmanned Vehicle Software Engineer, UAS Software Engineer, UAV Software Engineer, UAS Engineer, UAV Engineer, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Unmanned Aerial Systems, UAS, UAV, UxS, Unmanned Systems, Autonomous Systems, Autonomous Vehicles, Robotics, Autonomy, Autonomous Navigation, Navigation Software, Path Planning, Mission Planning, Waypoint Navigation, Dynamic Routing, Geofencing, Obstacle Avoidance, Collision Detection, Flight Control, Flight Controller, Flight Control Software, BetaFlight, ArduPilot, PX4, PX4 Autopilot, Autopilot Software, Ground Control Software, Ground Control Station, GCS, QGroundControl, Q Mission Control Software, C, C++, Object-Oriented Programming, OOP, Qt, QML, Qt/QML, Python, Python Scripting, MAVLink, TCP/IP, Network Communications, Software Integration, Systems Integration, Hardware Software Integration, Sensor Integration, Sensor Fusion, GPS, GNSS, IMU, Inertial Measurement Unit, LiDAR, Camera Integration, Computer Vision, Situational Awareness, Agile Software Development, Agile, Software Testing, Integration Testing, Field Testing, Software Troubleshooting, Debugging, Reverse Engineering, Source Code, Git, Software Build, DoD, Department of Defense, Department of War, Defense Technology, Defense Software, National Security, Cleared Software Engineer, Cleared Engineer, Secret Clearance, Active Secret Clearance, Interim Secret Clearance, TS/SCI, Top Secret SCI, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, UAS, UxS, UAV, Drone Software, Robotics Software, C++, C, Python, Qt, QML, QGroundControl, PX4, ArduPilot, BetaFlight, MAVLink, Autonomous Navigation, Path Planning, Geofencing, Obstacle Avoidance, Sensor Fusion, LiDAR, GPS, IMU, Computer Vision, TCP/IP, Linux, Agile, Object-Oriented Programming, Embedded Systems, Flight Control Software, Mission Planning, Ground Control Station, Defense, DoD, DoW, Robotics, Aerospace, Secret Clearance, TS/SCI Eligible, National Security ## Description Cydecor is seeking a Software Engineer (Autonomous Systems) to support the development, integration, and testing of autonomous unmanned systems. This position focuses on software development for autonomous navigation, mission planning, communications, and ground control applications supporting UxS platforms. The selected candidate will work in an Agile development environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to design, develop, test, and troubleshoot software supporting autonomous vehicle operations., * Design, develop, test, and maintain software supporting autonomous unmanned systems. * Develop software using C, C++, and object-oriented programming methodologies. * Support Agile software development activities, including sprint planning, development, testing, and integration. * Develop and enhance autonomous navigation and path-planning capabilities, including waypoint navigation, geofencing, dynamic routing, obstacle avoidance, and collision detection. * Integrate software with flight control platforms including BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and PX4. * Support development and integration of ground control software for mission planning, execution, and system monitoring. * Develop user interfaces using the Qt/QML framework. * Implement Python scripts supporting automation, data analysis, and software prototyping. * Integrate sensor data from GPS, IMUs, cameras, LiDAR, and other onboard systems to improve navigation accuracy and situational awareness. * Support software communications utilizing MAVLink and TCP/IP networking protocols. * Troubleshoot software defects, communication issues, and integration challenges across hardware and software components. * Analyze and reverse engineer existing code to identify and resolve software issues. * Build, compile, and maintain software from source code repositories. * Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and program stakeholders to support successful software integration and fielding activities. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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