Software Engineer - Acuity Framework

Applied Intuition•Ann Arbor, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking a Software Engineer to join our Acuity Autonomy Framework team, working on a cutting-edge framework solution that enables collaborative autonomy behaviors in multi-domain environments. In this role, you'll develop core software systems, integrate with domain-specific platforms, and support multidisciplinary engineering efforts across the organization. This is an opportunity to work on foundational software that powers autonomous systems operating in complex, real-world scenarios. You'll collaborate with autonomy engineers, domain experts, and product teams to build robust, scalable frameworks that enable collaborative behaviors across air, ground, and maritime domains.

Requirements

2+ years of professional software engineering experience
Strong C++ programming skills with experience in modern C++ (C++20 or later)
Experience with Python and shell scripting for automation and tooling
Proficiency with agentic coding tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar AI-assisted development tools
Strong understanding of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms
Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be willing to travel as projects require, usually for SW/HW integration and/or demonstrations; estimated average travel is 2-5 days every other month (10-20%)
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must hold or be eligible for a U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with autonomous systems, robotics, or real-time control systems
Familiarity with distributed systems and multi-agent coordination
Knowledge of network programming and inter-process communication (IPC)
Experience with build systems (CMake, Bazel) and CI/CD pipelines
Understanding of software testing methodologies and frameworks
Background in defense systems, aerospace, or maritime applications
Experience with data serialization formats (Protocol Buffers, FlatBuffers, Cap'n Proto)
Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Contributions to open-source projects

Responsibilities

Design and implement high-performance C++ systems that form the foundation of collaborative autonomy behaviors in multi-domain environments
Develop software that allows multiple autonomous agents to coordinate and collaborate across different operational domains
Work closely with autonomy engineers, product managers, and customers to understand requirements and deliver solutions
Heavily utilize agentic coding tools and AI assistants to accelerate development and improve code quality
Profile, debug, and optimize code for real-time performance in resource-constrained environments
Create scripts and tools to improve development velocity and testing efficiency