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# Robotics Software Engineer

- **Company:** Pixels on Target
- **Location:** Sunrise, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Linux on Embedded Systems, Middleware, Python (Programming Language), Motion Planning, Performance Tuning, Robotic Automation Software, Sensor Fusion, Software Engineering, Robot Operating System, Real Time Systems, Isaac Sim, Information Technology, Machine Learning Operations, NVIDIA Jetson
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/b4761756-ae39-4116-a5ca-ab5bcf7ad8b3/robotics-software-engineer

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience in robotics, autonomy, or UAV software engineering.
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 * Master's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or related technical field.
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 * Strong C++ and Python programming skills.
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 * Experience with ROS/ROS2 and robotics middleware.
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 * Strong understanding of drone autonomy, navigation, and robotic perception systems.
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 * Hands-on experience with MAVLink protocol development, integration, and debugging.
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 * Experience with PX4, ArduPilot, MAVSDK, QGroundControl, or related UAV ecosystems.
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 * Experience with SLAM, sensor fusion, path planning, localization, or computer vision systems.
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 * Experience integrating AI/ML inference into robotics or embedded platforms.
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 * Experience with GPU-accelerated compute platforms such as NVIDIA Jetson or similar edge AI hardware.
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 * Strong debugging skills across software, hardware, and sensor interfaces.
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 * Experience working with real-world robotic systems and field deployments.
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 * Familiarity with simulation environments such as Gazebo, Isaac Sim, AirSim, or similar platforms.
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 * Understanding of real-time systems, embedded Linux, and performance optimization.
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 * Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
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 * High ownership mindset with strong execution and problem-solving ability.
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 * Experience with defense, ISR, autonomous systems, or tactical robotics is a strong plus.

## Description

We're looking for a Robotics Software Engineer focused on autonomous drone systems and real-time edge intelligence. This role sits at the intersection of robotics, perception, autonomy, embedded systems, and AI/ML. You will design and develop autonomy software that enables UAV platforms to perceive, navigate, track, and make decisions in complex environments with minimal operator input. This is a highly hands-on engineering role where you will work across perception pipelines, sensor fusion, flight systems, and real-time compute constraints. Expect to work in a fast-moving environment with aggressive timelines, rapid iteration cycles, and evolving mission requirements.