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C++ Software Engineer - Autonomy/Physical AI

Applied Intuition· Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
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Ann Arbor, MI$100k - $200kFull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

Backend C++ engineer for defense autonomy products (Axion and Acuity) at Applied Intuition, focusing on high-performance backend systems, multi-domain autonomy challenges, and edge-running infrastructure in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement high-performance backend systems in C++ for Axion and Acuity, Applied's core defense autonomy products
  • Tackle hard autonomy challenges across multi-domain environments, from unmanned ground and aerial platforms to broader joint-force integration scenarios
  • Build scalable, reliable infrastructure that enables autonomous systems to operate in contested and degraded conditions
  • Partner closely with autonomy researchers, product teams, and defense customers to translate mission requirements into robust software solutions
  • Own end-to-end execution of high-stakes engineering workstreams; architecture through deployment
  • Contribute to the Ann Arbor site's rapid buildout, helping shape team culture, technical standards, and engineering practices as we scale
  • Interface with DOD programs and defense customers to ensure solutions meet real-world operational demands

Qualifications

  • Professional software engineering experience, with strong C++ at the core
  • Deep backend engineering fundamentals: systems programming, concurrency, performance optimization, and distributed systems
  • Genuine interest in autonomy, robotics, or physical AI; you want to understand how your code connects to machines operating in the real world
  • Exposure to or curiosity about multi-domain defense systems - you don't need a defense pedigree, but you're excited to develop one
  • Strong CS/CE/EE (or similar) foundation; you think rigorously about correctness and performance
  • Python proficiency for tooling, scripting, and integration work
  • Thrives in ambiguity & comfortable driving clarity and progress in fast-moving, high-stakes environments
  • Excellent communication skills; you can explain hard technical tradeoffs to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders

Skills

Required:C++Backend engineeringPythonCommunication

Benefits

  • base salary, equity, and benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, paid time off
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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