Job#: 3023310 Job Description: Apex Systems is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Software Engineer to join a Robotics and Autonomous Systems team. In this role, you will design, implement, test, and maintain software that enables advanced autonomous capabilities. This role is onsite in McLean, VA.
Responsibilities:- Designing, developing, and maintaining software packages for robotics and autonomous systems.
- Implementing software solutions in Python (and optionally C++) within a Linux environment.
- Creating unit tests, integration tests, and supporting automated CI workflows.
- Developing data interface adapters and ensuring seamless communication between software modules.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate project goals into implementation tasks.
- Participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback to peers.
- Documenting software designs, interfaces, and architecture to support long-term maintainability.
- Prototyping new algorithms and implementing concepts from published research.
- Contributing to Agile ceremonies and project tracking using tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
- Evaluating tools, architectural patterns, and design approaches to recommend technical solutions.
Qualifications- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant engineering or related field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Controls, Aerospace) or equivalent practical experience.
- Basic understanding of robotics and autonomous systems technologies.
- Experience with design of software packages using Python in a Linux environment.
- Ability to develop unit and integration tests to support continuous integration.
- Experience implementing interface adapters for converting data formats (e.g., JSON XML).
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional team members to break down goals into actionable tasks.
- Experience with using Git for version control.
- Ability to review software and documentation and provide constructive feedback.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in designing, implementing, and testing C++ software in a Linux environment.
- Deep knowledge of robotics and autonomous systems technologies, architectures, and algorithms.
- Ability to review research publications and prototype their methods in software.
- Experience in designing and architecting software systems, defining interfaces, and selecting languages/libraries.
- Experience evaluating software design options and presenting recommended solutions.
- Knowledge of creating architecture documentation (e.g., ICDs, Software Architecture Design Documents).
- Experience developing software within an Agile framework using JIRA and Confluence.
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Public Trust clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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