Lead Software Engineer
Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Thu, May 28, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
As a full-time Lead Software Engineer, the candidate will design, develop, implement, and test advanced algorithms and software systems for autonomous platforms, providing technical leadership and mentoring while working in a flexible, hybrid environment that allows for remote work when possible.
Key responsibilities
- Design and develop software tools and applications for mission planning systems and automated control processes
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship throughout the software and system development lifecycle
- Drive industry best practices in software development, including code review and test coverage
Required qualifications
- BS in Computer Science or related technical field with 7+ years of experience
- 5+ years of experience with C++ or Java
- Proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams through the Agile development lifecycle
- Experience in system/software architecture design and implementation of autonomy algorithms
- Ability to obtain a security clearance as a U.S. Citizen
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