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# Associate Software Engineer

- **Company:** QinetiQ Inc.
- **Location:** Franklin, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $64,400.0 - $90,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Linux, Design of User Interfaces, Network Protocols, Robotic Automation Software, RS-232, Systems Integration, PIC Microcontroller, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f72c7d92-a97c-4b8f-9623-7c8f924ab286

## About the Role

* B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or Computer Engineering plus 0-2 years' experience
 * Experience with C/C++ programming
 * Excellent written and verbal communications skills
 * Strong attention to detail and quality
 * Flexible, self-started, desire to solve any problem
 * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security clearance if required.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Participate in the development of embedded applications for micro controllers
 * Experience with bus protocols such as CAN, SPI, RS232, or I2C
 * Experience working in a Linux environment
 * Working knowledge of C#
 * Knowledge of UI development

## Description

QinetiQ US is looking to hire a talented junior Software Engineer to support programs at our Franklin, MA facility. The selected applicant will wWork in a fast-paced environment supporting existing product lines including ground robots and Maritime systems. They will gain exposure to a wide array of software technologies, and work with other engineering disciplines to solve complex problems. The selected applicant will also receive mentoring from subject matter experts in various areas to rapidly expand their engineering knowledge., * Trouble shoot software for unmanned ground vehicles

 * Develop new features for existing systems
 * Develop scripts for production test fixtures
 * Develop UI features for robot controller software
 * Interface robot payloads such as environmental sensors and pan/tilt cameras
 * Work with network protocols such as UDP and CAN
 * Field test robotic systems
 * Troubleshoot issues during system integration


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