Lead Autonomy Software Engineer, MAGE2

Scientific Systems

. Lead a small engineering team developing innovative solutions to technical challenges derived from customer requirements .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeBurlington • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $155,000 - $196,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mission autonomy technologies and team leadership, with a strong focus on developing innovative solutions and managing customer-facing interactions. Proficient in software integration for edge platforms and experienced in leading proposals and programs within the engineering domain.

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Mission Autonomy Technologies ExpertiseTeam Leadership ExperienceProposal Development and Contract WinningSoftware Development in C/C++ and PythonRobotics Technologies Background

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Hard Skills

C/C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingSoftware Integration for Edge PlatformsRobotics Motion PlanningBehavior ModelingDecision-Making AlgorithmsSimulation Tools (AFSIM, NGTS)Linux-Based DevelopmentAI/ML Standard LibrariesBudget Estimation and Tracking

Soft Skills

Excellent Organizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

US DOD Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Mission AutonomyEngineeringR&D RoadmapsCustomer-Facing InteractionsMultidisciplinary Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaLinuxPythonRustC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a small engineering team developing innovative solutions to technical challenges derived from customer requirements
Serve as a subject matter expert in emerging mission autonomy technologies
Support or lead marketing and proposal efforts in mission autonomy
Manage and task the team to achieve program milestones
Take primary responsibility for prime and customer-facing interactions
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mission autonomy and related areas
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance R&D roadmaps
Work at a desk or computer for prolonged periods
Travel occasionally when necessary
Push, pull, or lift up to 15 pounds when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Math, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, Data Science, or equivalent experience and 7+ years of progressive autonomy technologies experience including team leadership in a related industry, or a Master degree and 5+ years of related engineering experience, or a Ph.D. degree and 2+ years working in a related engineering role
Experience working in a team leadership role in a related industry
Extensive experience leading proposals and winning contracts
Extensive experience leading programs in the principal investigator role or similar experience
Experience building and integrating software for edge platforms
Experience with C/C++, Python, and/or project-specific required languages (e.g., Java, Rust, etc.)
Experience assisting with non-technical programmatic priorities, including staff planning, budget estimation and tracking, and customer-facing interactions
Background in robotics technologies related to motion planning, behavior modeling, or decision-making and accompanying algorithms
Experience with simulation tools and environments (e.g., AFSIM, NGTS) for validation, verification, and training
Familiarity with AI/ML standard libraries and tools
Experience in Linux-based development environments
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DOD Security Clearance
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Hybrid Work Schedule
Free Food & Snacks
Wellness Resources
Summer 9/80 work schedule