Software Engineer, Autonomy Integration and Deployment
At a glance
Mid-level Software Engineering role at Overland AI. Seattle · full-time · $300,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Install the autonomy software on vehicle hardware so platforms can be delivered to customers
- Find performance gaps in the autonomy stack, then develop fixes with other teams
- Work with end users to build and deploy new behaviors, payload connections and use cases
- Create deployment tools for the autonomy stack across different robotic vehicles
- Run field trials in difficult off-road conditions to assess or demonstrate vehicle performance
What you bring
- A degree in computer science, robotics or a related area, at the bachelor's level or above
- Hands-on robotics systems experience, including ROS or ROS 2, plus C++ and Python development on Linux
- You can troubleshoot quickly, design diagnostic tests and make sense of their results
- You can obtain and keep a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance
Who this fits
You’ll suit work that combines robotics software, vehicle integration and hands-on field testing in challenging terrain. The role is based in Seattle, and relocation there is required, though remote work may be considered for the right candidate.
From the employer
About Overland AI
Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Overland AI is transforming land operations for modern defense. The company leverages over a decade of advanced research in robotics and machine learning, as well as a field-test forward ethos, to deliver combined capabilities for unit commanders. Our OverDrive autonomy stack enables ground vehicles to navigate and operate off-road in any terrain without GPS or direct operator control. Our intuitive OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precise coordination capabilities essential for mission success.
Overland AI has secured funding from prominent defense tech investors including 8VC and Point 72, and built trusted partnerships with DARPA, the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. Backed by eight-figure contracts across the Department of Defense, we are strengthening national security by iterating closely with end users engaged in tactical operations.
Role Summary
We are looking for robotics experts to bring off-road autonomy in challenging terrain to a growing fleet of ground vehicles.
What You'll Do:
- Deploy autonomy in the real world: Integrate the OverDrive autonomy stack onto hardware platforms for delivery to customers.
- Contribute to the autonomy stack: Identify gaps in performance, propose solutions, and implement in collaboration with other teams.
- Work across the organization and with end-users to develop and deploy new behaviors, payloads integrations, and novel use-cases.
- Design and develop tools to efficiently deploy the OverDrive autonomy stack onto a suite of robotic vehicles.
- Lead field test campaigns to evaluate and/or demonstrate the OverDrive autonomy stack on real platforms in challenging off-road terrain.
- Think broadly about overall system performance and interactions between various components present in an autonomous vehicle.
- Collaborate throughout Overland: Bridge the gap between business development and core R&D teams to deliver effective autonomy to customers.
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong technical background: Bachelors, M.S., or Ph.D. in computer science, robotics, or related field.
- Experience working with robotics systems including familiarity with ROS and/or ROS 2.
- Experience developing with C++ and Python in a Linux environment
- Analytical thinking and scientific mindset: The ability to rapidly troubleshoot issues, design and carry out diagnostic experiments, and thoughtfully interpret experimental results
- Field-test forward: You are passionate about building systems that work in the real world: despite rain, snow, and mud.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Security Clearance.
- Ability to relocate to Seattle, WA.
Desired Experience & Qualifications
- Extensive experience with ROS 2.
- Experience deploying containerized software
- Experience summarizing and presenting technical material to a nontechnical audience.
Location:
The preferred location for this position is Seattle, WA.
Remote may be considered for the right candidate.
Compensation and Benefits
Pay Range: $140,00 - $300,000 annually
Actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Overland AI believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day.
Benefits include:
- Equity compensation
- Best-in-class healthcare, dental and vision plans
- Flexible PTO
- 401k with company match
- Parental leave
Overland AI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
This position may involve access to export-controlled technology. Employment is contingent on the ability to comply with U.S. export control laws.
Overland AI provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during the application process. Please contact peopleops@overland.ai to request an accommodation.
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