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C++ Software Engineer (Autonomous Systems)

Applied Intuition· Engineering
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Ann Arbor, MI$125k - $175kFull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

Software Engineer building and maintaining autonomy capabilities for autonomous vehicles, with hands-on field deployment, sensor integration, simulation, and CI/CD workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, deploy, and validate software systems on autonomous vehicles, focusing on robotics, sensors, and vehicle autopilots
  • Field Deployment & Testing: Deploy software on vehicles and ensure functionality in real-world environments
  • Interface with Sensors and Autopilots: Integrate sensors (RADAR, cameras, GPS, SONAR) and vehicle autopilot systems into the framework
  • Perception & Autonomous Modules: Deploy and optimize perception pipelines and vehicle autonomy software
  • Communication Systems: Ensure inter-vehicle data exchange for cooperative autonomy
  • Third-Party Software Integration: Integrate external software and APIs
  • Software Quality & CI/CD: Implement CI/CD, improve system performance and reliability
  • Simulation & Testing: Use simulation environments to validate behavior before field deployment
  • Collaboration & Documentation: Work with cross-functional teams and document processes

Qualifications

  • BS, MS or PhD in Robotic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Optimization, or equivalent OR 3+ years of relevant experience designing multi-agent autonomy
  • Strong proficiency in Linux and command-line tools
  • Strong proficiency in Python and/or C++ (most work in C++)
  • Hands-on experience with robotic systems, sensors (RADAR, cameras, GPS, SONAR), and vehicle autopilots (e.g., PX4, ROS)
  • Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or similar tools
  • Knowledge of communication protocols for inter-vehicle communications (e.g., DDS, UDP, ROS2)
  • Experience in integrating third-party software and APIs

Skills

Required:LinuxC++PythonRobotic systems experience

Benefits

  • Compensation includes base salary, equity, and benefits (health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, paid time off)
  • Note: benefits subject to jurisdiction and may vary
Last updated May 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Applied Intuition

Building vehicle intelligence | Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company with the tools, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks for creating safe, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

AIAutonomy stacksSelf-Driving SystemSimulationTesting & ValidationVehicle IntelligenceVehicle OSai-infrastructure-and-development
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