Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition

Defense Product Software Engineer (C++)

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States · Contract

No sponsorship$10k-$20kDetected 75 days ago
C++ReactFull-Stack DevelopmentDockerKubernetesGraphQLData EngineeringComputer VisionAI OrchestrationCybersecurityProduct ManagementProduct StrategySAPRoboticsSensors

About the role

  • We are looking for bright engineers interested in designing elegant solutions to difficult problems for our defense customers.
  • Our software engineers work across our suite of products, tackling difficult full-stack, infrastructure, robotics, and computer vision problems.
  • At Applied Intuition, we encourage engineers to take ownership over technical and product decisions, interact closely with defense stakeholders to collect feedback, and contribute to a mission-driven team culture.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and scale Axion and/or Acuity products to support mission-critical defense autonomy workflows.
  • In this role, you will predominantly support our defense business units, focusing on the Axion and Acuity product lines.
  • Work across our entire stack to build new features for off-road navigation, sensor fusion, and mission planning.
  • Collaborate directly with the warfighter and allies to understand operational requirements and deploy software to the edge.
  • Carve out your own area of expertise and influence the product roadmap for our defense business unit.

Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must be eligible for a U.S. SECRET clearance with Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility
  • 2+ years of experience shipping complex, high-reliability software.
  • Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter and can quickly become comfortable with new technical tools.
  • Proven ability to take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
  • Occasional travel required (approx.

Nice to have

  • Working knowledge of frontend, API layer, containerization, or cluster orchestration frameworks (such as React, GraphQL, Docker, or Kubernetes).
  • Experience with robotics middlewares (such as ROS/ROS2) or military-specific standards (e.g., JAUS, UCS).
  • Experience modeling physical problems, sensor simulation, or working with geospatial data.
  • Prior experience working on Department of Defense projects or in a regulated environment.
  • Please reference the job posting subtitle for where this position will be located.
  • Don't meet every single requirement?
  • If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
  • You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Skills

  • About Applied Intuition
  • Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI.
  • Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft.
  • Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo.
  • Learn more at applied.co.

Compensation

  • at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits.
  • Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position.
  • For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $125,000 to $190,000 USD annually.

Benefits

  • Have an unparalleled opportunity to work with domain experts across a variety of fields: robotics engineers, computer vision specialists, and defense industry veterans.
  • Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Security Clearance
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