Software Engineer for Autonomous Systems

3 weeks ago

Clarksburg, Missouri, United States Forterra, Inc. Full time

About Forterra

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base.

Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.

About the Role

Forterra is seeking a talented Software Engineer with a passion for autonomous systems to design, develop, and optimize software solutions that enable intelligent behavior in robotics and automation technologies.

The ideal candidate has a strong software development background, familiarity with robotics and autonomous systems, and a proven track record of collaborating with a cross-functional team of engineers, researchers, and product managers to create robust and scalable software for complex systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement software using C++ in a Linux environment.
  • Design, develop, and implement software algorithms for perception, planning, and control in autonomous systems.
  • Test and evaluate performance of software both in simulation and on-vehicle.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and effective vehicle behavior.
  • Analyze system performance and troubleshoot issues.
  • Travel occasionally to support on-site vehicle testing.

Requirements

  • Strong programming skills in languages such as C++, Python, or Java.
  • Solid core software engineering skills: software design, unit testing, debugging.
  • Ability to consistently deliver production-quality software in a continuously integrated environment.
  • Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software design principles.
  • Demonstrates clean, maintainable code and documentation practices.
  • Experience working in teams and a willingness to proactively solve problems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5 or more years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in software development for robotics and autonomous systems.
  • Experience with state machines and motion/path planning.
  • Knowledge of navigation and mapping algorithms.
  • Familiarity with real-time operating systems and embedded programming.

Education & Experience

  • B.S. in computer science, engineering, robotics, or related field.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more.

Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra's overall compensation package.

In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including:

  • Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.
  • Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, Legal & ID protection plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
  • Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
  • A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.
  • A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
  • Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.

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