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# Senior Systems & Software Engineer

- **Company:** Iconstaff
- **Location:** Cambridge, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Embedded C, Linux on Embedded Systems, Middleware, Github, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Git, Docker
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-systems-software-engineer-cambridge-ma--df9c5fdf-6642-4d66-b33e-28cda41cfbcf

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Funding, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Customer Relations, Aerospace and Defense, Embedded Systems, Software Engineering, Robotics, C++ Programming Language, * BS in Engineering or related technical field

 * 2-7 years of C++ experience and CMake proficiency
 * Familiarity with embedded C and RTOS environments
 * Exposure to STM32 Cube and ROS2 (or similar middleware)
 * Experience with Git, GitHub Actions, and Docker
 * Passion for robotics, autonomy, and systems that operate in the real world
 * Experience with embedded Linux
 * Prior work on autonomous systems or robotic platforms a plus

## Description

Our client is an innovative defense technology company that builds cutting-edge autonomy software for unmanned systems. They have secured $10M in funding and have established relationships with defense customers. Their revolutionary approach involves rethinking autonomy from the chip up, utilizing modular AI, advanced visual-inertial sensing, and real-time edge compute technology to unlock next-generation mission capabilities.

We are looking for a hands-on software engineer to work on embedded systems, robotics frameworks, and cutting-edge autonomy stacks.

Responsibilties:

 * Develop C++ software for autonomous aerial and ground systems
 * Contribute to real-time software for embedded systems using C and RTOS
 * Integrate advanced autonomy using ROS2 and STM32 Cube platforms
 * Help shape their build pipeline with GitHub Actions, Docker, and CMake
 * Collaborate across autonomy, hardware, and product teams to bring new capabilities to life
 * Learn from (and contribute to) a high-velocity, high-integrity engineering culture