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Senior Autonomy Engineer - Defense

Applied Intuition· Applied Intuition, Defense / Autonomy / Software Engineering
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Ann Arbor, MI$150k - $190kfull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

Senior software engineer role focused on architecting the Acuity Scene System, combining game engine tech with large‑scale simulation to support multi‑agent environments across air, ground, and maritime domains.

Responsibilities

  • Architect Scene & Entity Systems: Design and implement core high-performance architectures, including Entity Component System frameworks, spatial indexing, and 4D object management for large-scale multi-agent simulations.
  • Lead Technical Strategy & Integration: Drive architectural decisions and design seamless APIs that enable cross-domain integration for air, ground, and maritime autonomy stacks.
  • Collaborate & Mentor: Engage with other teams on technology, contribute integration work for Scene libraries, and provide technical leadership and mentorship across the organization.
  • Scale & Innovate: Optimize systems for massive scalability using modern agentic coding tools and AI-assisted workflows to maintain high code quality at speed.

Qualifications

  • 5 - 7+ years of professional software engineering experience with demonstrated expertise in complex systems
  • Expert-level C++ programming skills with deep knowledge of modern C++ (C++20 or later), including template metaprogramming, move semantics, and performance optimization
  • Proven experience with Entity Component System architectures or similar data-oriented design patterns
  • Strong background in 3D/4D spatial systems, including coordinate transformations, spatial data structures, and geometric algorithms
  • Deep understanding of software architecture and design patterns, particularly for high-performance, real-time systems
  • Strong proficiency in Python and shell scripting for tooling and automation
  • Experience with agentic coding tools (Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) and AI-assisted development workflows
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

Skills

Required:C++ (modern)Entity Component System3D/4D spatial systemsPythonShell scriptingCollaboration & Mentorship
Nice to have:AI-assisted development workflows

Benefits

  • Base salary with target range disclosed: $150,000 to $190,000 USD annually
  • Equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
  • 401k retirement benefits with employer match
  • Learning and wellness stipends
  • Paid time off
Last updated May 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Applied Intuition

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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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