Senior Autonomy Engineer - C++

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Role Definition

As an Autonomy Application Architect, you will drive the architectural design of features that are required for Autonomous Drills System (ADS). Guide, inspire, and support product-focused software engineering team building. You will set technical direction and ensure high-quality delivery across embedded Linux components of Command Solutions for Underground Machines.

Required Technical Skills:

• Strong hands-on C++ experience for embedded development.
• Development experience on Embedded Linux.
• Understanding of embedded systems, concurrency, and performance.
• Experience with design reviews, code reviews, and technical documentation.
• Experience in applying with design patterns.
• Familiarity with sensors and positioning technologies (GNSS, IMU, laser, optical).
• Strong Git, CI/CD, and modern software practices.
• Exposure to Angular and TypeScript (nice to have).
• Bachelor’s or master’s in computer science, Electronics, or related field.
• 8–12+ years of software development experience.
• 2+ years in technical leadership roles.
• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Domain / System Understanding (Preferred)

• System-level understanding of Caterpillar machines.
• Experience with machine control, robotics, or guidance systems.
• Knowledge of industrial safety and field deployment.

Responsibilities

1) Hands-On Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Own and contribute to architecture and detailed design.
• Actively design and contribute to feature development, debugging, and defect resolution.
• Lead and participate in design reviews, code reviews, and technical decision-making.
• Mentor engineers in modern C++, embedded systems, debugging, and profiling.
• Remove technical roadblocks, clarify priorities, and work effectively.
• Foster a learning culture and encourage knowledge sharing.

3) Delivery & Process (SDF & Agile)

• Ensure strict adherence to the Software Development Framework (SDF).
• Guide the team through backlog grooming, planning, integration, and defect triage.

4) Cross-Functional & Cross-Site Collaboration

• Collaborate with systems, controls, sensors, and hardware teams.
• Work with geographically dispersed teams to drive improvements.
• Communicate effectively with product managers and global leadership.

5) Quality, Safety, and Compliance

• Uphold rigorous software quality standards.
• Ensure proper defect management and release discipline.
• Understand safety expectations for machine-impacting software.

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