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# Senior Robotics Software Engineer

- **Company:** Heaviside Industries
- **Location:** Marina del Rey, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $185,000 - $240,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Computing Platforms, Computer Vision, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Collaborative Software, Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Python (Programming Language), Motion Planning, Sensor Fusion, Robot Operating System, Mobile Robots, Git
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=504fab461a26f86e

## About the Role

Strong programming skills in C++ and practical experience with Python.

 * Hands-on experience with ROS and PX4; ROS 2 experience is preferred.
 * Experience developing and debugging software on Linux.
 * Familiarity with robotics fundamentals, including control systems, coordinate frames, and sensor integration.
 * Experience working with embedded systems and physical hardware.
 * Familiarity with Git and collaborative software development.

NICE TO HAVE

 * Experience with autonomous vehicles or mobile robots.
 * Knowledge of state estimation, sensor fusion, or motion planning.
 * Experience with simulation and automated testing.
 * Familiarity with MAVLink, DDS, or similar communication protocols.
 * Experience with computer vision or embedded computing platforms.

Additional:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

## Description

* Develop robotics and embedded software using C++ and Python.
 * Build and integrate applications using ROS and PX4.
 * Integrate sensors, actuators, and communication interfaces.
 * Develop and improve control, navigation, and autonomous capabilities.
 * Troubleshoot issues across software and hardware.
 * Build and maintain simulation environments that model vehicle dynamics, sensors, and GPS-denied or jammed conditions, so autonomy software can be tested before it flies.
 * Participate in design discussions, code reviews, and technical documentation.
 * Work with the engineering team to take features from concept through deployment.