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# Forward Deployed Software Engineer

- **Company:** Recruiting from Scratch
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $220,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Networking Basics, Network Protocols, Software Engineering, Scripting, Robot Operating System, Golang
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/forward-deployed-software-engineer-san-francisco-ca--f1196bd1-acfc-4f31-9822-6c1de0057755

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Software Engineering, Manufacturing, Robotics, Funding, Aerospace and Defense, Robotics Software, Debugging Tools, Python Programming/Scripting Language, C++ Programming Language, * 2-8 years of software engineering experience, particularly in customer-facing or field deployment contexts.

 * Proficiency in at least two of the following: C/C++, Python, Go, with comfort across all three being a strong plus.
 * Solid understanding of distributed systems and networking fundamentals.
 * Demonstrated ability to debug complex, multi-system failures under time pressure in real-world environments.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating technical findings for both engineers and non-technical operators., * Experience in defense, aerospace, or robotics hardware companies.
 * Familiarity with UAV systems, flight controllers, or MAVLink/ROS/ROS2.
 * Background in systems-level programming, networking protocols, or distributed systems.
 * Hands-on experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) or software-in-the-loop (SITL) testing environments.

## Description

* Deploy directly alongside customers to integrate, configure, and debug UAV swarm software in real-world environments.
 * Write and maintain production-grade software in C/C++, Python, and/or Go to support field operations and rapid iteration.
 * Serve as the technical liaison between the core engineering team and end users, surfacing feedback and driving fixes upstream.
 * Instrument and debug distributed swarm behavior across multiple UAV platforms simultaneously.
 * Develop tooling and scripts to enhance deployment reliability and improve operator experience.
 * Participate in field exercises, test events, and live demonstrations, which may require travel to customer sites.
 * Document operational findings and contribute to post-mission engineering reviews.