Autonomous Systems Software Engineer

Metron•Reston, VA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems. For over 40 years, our principled approach to problem-solving has yielded creative solutions at the intersection of advanced mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Our people are leaders in their technical fields and are passionate about solving challenging problems. We look for individuals who share this same passion and can apply their experience in real-world settings. We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to design and develop algorithms, simulations, and visualization tools for autonomous robotics. The ideal candidate will be passionate about cutting-edge technologies for prototype systems. You will engage in the full software process—from concept to design and demonstration—leading dynamic project teams and integrating innovative ideas from various fields. We value flexibility in team roles, allowing you to contribute your strengths and develop new skills. Experience in writing maintainable and extensible code is essential. At Metron, we prioritize innovation and insight. You’ll be part of a team tackling critical robotics challenges, with the opportunity to see your ideas control robots in demanding environments.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or related field
At least 3 years of industry experience in advanced software development in a team environment
Programming experience in C++ and/or Java programming languages
Experience using one or more development tools
Experience writing algorithmic code, including complexity analysis, performance optimization, and multithreading
Ability to communicate design concepts and performance metrics clearly
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED; Successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, applied math, or related field
Experience using Robotic Operating System (ROS) or its equivalent
Active Security Clearance
Experience in Probability/Statistics, Linear Algebra, Multivariate Calculus
Experience in advanced algorithm integration and/or data analytics applications
Experience with additional programming languages
Experience designing and implementing user interfaces
Experience in software validation and testing