Robotic Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate production‑quality software for unmanned vehicle platforms and robotic prototypes, from concept to fielded capability.
• Build and optimize robotic control and autonomy software, emphasizing ROS2, Python, and C++.
• Hands on integration of sensors, actuators, computer hardware, and user devices; provide electrical troubleshooting to ensure field ready performance.
• Integrate adjacent subsystems such as compute modules, battery management systems, chargers, and power/communications interfaces to ensure robust bring‑up and clean data exchange.
• Execute rapid integration projects to stand up new capabilities quickly, iterating under tight timelines to deliver dependable results.
• Manage software repositories with Git, operate in Linux environments, and contribute to disciplined builds, tests, and release practices.
• Approach complex technical challenges methodically and pursue refinements that extend beyond initial specifications.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, communicate technical details effectively, and produce professional written work.
• Operate with an entrepreneurial mindset, maintaining composure under pressure, and balancing long work weeks with downtime when needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, robotics, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2 to 4 years of professional software engineering experience in a production environment delivering reliable, maintainable code for field use.
• Experience with Android development for robotics and edge compute platforms such as Raspberry Pi and NVIDIA Jetson.
• Proficiency with ROS2, Python, and C++, focusing on building and debugging nodes and sensor/actuator integration.
• Experience with front end development and operator interfaces for teleoperation and unmanned system control.
• Ability to augment development workflows with AI coding tools to accelerate cycles and improve quality and timelines.
• Strong sensor integration experience, including drivers, calibration, and reliable use of data within a robotics software stack.
• Proven CAN bus experience for integrating, debugging, and validating CAN networks in a robotics environment.
• Git proficiency and solid Linux skills, with hands-on experience in software quality practices (unit/integration testing, debugging, code review) and CI/CD workflows.
• Highly independent, capable of defining technical roadmaps and managing deadlines from concept to delivery.
• Clear and confident communicator, able to represent Hendrick effectively in internal and external interactions.
• Thorough approach with a track record of refining products and producing high quality written work.
• Curiosity about defense robotics and a willingness to contribute to its development.
• Understanding of startup or entrepreneurial environments, with dedication to long hours when needed balanced by downtime.
• Team player who collaborates effectively and remains calm under pressure.

Technologies

• ROS2
• Python
• C++
• Android
• Raspberry Pi
• Jetson
• Git
• Linux
• Gazebo
• Ignition
• CAN bus

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Bonus Skills & Knowledge

• Experience with robotics simulation tools such as Gazebo and Ignition, and using simulation to speed development and testing.
• Strong understanding of robotics networking concepts, including IP layers.
• Proven track record of developing robotic systems in high reliability environments.
• Experience with tactical and unmanned systems, including ATAK, UGV/UAV autonomy, and custom operator interfaces.

Work Location

• In person — Charlotte, NC