C++ Software Engineer (Senior, Staff, or Lead)

Ghost Robotics is seeking a Senior, Staff, or Lead C++ Software Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust robotics software while contributing to tooling, build systems, and CI infrastructure across the development environment. This on-site role is based in Brooklyn, NY.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain high-quality C++ software for robotics platforms
• Utilize modern C++ standards (C++17/20) and established design patterns to create clean, efficient code
• Contribute to system architecture with emphasis on performance, safety, and long-term maintainability
• Establish and maintain Linux-based development environments
• Configure and manage GitLab CI/CD pipelines for build, test, and deployment processes
• Enhance build tooling and dependency management, including CMake
• Write unit and integration tests and support automated testing workflows
• Collaborate with robotics, controls, and hardware engineering teams
• Participate in code reviews and drive improvements in overall code quality

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or newer) with demonstrated production shipping experience; formal degrees are not mandatory if you have relevant industry background
• Practical mastery of modern C++ concepts: RAII, smart pointers, move semantics, templates and generic programming, concurrency primitives, thread safety, and clean API/library design
• Solid understanding of software design principles and patterns
• Experience working in Linux development environments
• Hands-on experience with Git and collaborative workflows
• Experience setting up or maintaining CI pipelines, with GitLab CI preferred
• Familiarity with build systems such as CMake
• Strong debugging skills and meticulous attention to detail

Technologies

• C++ (C++17/20)
• Linux
• Git
• GitLab CI/CD
• CMake
• ROS, ROS 2
• Docker
• Embedded Linux
• Python

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Prescription drug insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Visa sponsorship
• Vision insurance

Senior C++ Software Engineer

• Typically 5+ years of relevant experience, or 3+ years after a PhD
• Owns a defined technical area and delivers end-to-end work independently
• Mentors less-experienced engineers
• Proven track record of shipping production C++ in real systems

Staff C++ Software Engineer

• Typically 8+ years of relevant experience
• Drives technical direction and architecture across the team’s scope
• Sets engineering standards and amplifies the output of others
• Influence extends beyond own deliverables to multiple teams or a codebase

Lead C++ Software Engineer

• Typically 10+ years of relevant experience, including people leadership
• Combines staff-level technical scope with direct reports, hiring, performance, and planning
• Demonstrated ability to grow engineers and lead a healthy, productive team

Location

Brooklyn, NY (onsite)

Travel

None required, though opportunities for field exposure may exist for engineers seeking it

Compensation

Salary range USD 135,000 - 185,000 per year, accompanied by full benefits and a competitive equity incentive package. Flexible time off policy emphasizes output and impact.

Additional Information

Clear standard background checks are required pre-hire, post-hire, and periodically during employment. Permanent U.S. residency is required.

Work Location

In person