CareerPlan

Robotics and Autonomy Engineer (ES)

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS, USFull-time$104k–$174k2026-10-19 → 2026-11-10
On-siteCitizens only

Core

Develop autonomy and perception algorithms for Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) to be executed in real-time underwater for Navy applications.

Role type

Robotics and Autonomy Engineer (IC)

Builds

Autonomy stacks and perception systems for UUVs

Domain

Defense / Underwater Robotics

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Python, C/C++, sonar data analysis, ROS, autonomy stacks, ML, Unix/Linux

Preferred skills

Advanced degree in Engineering/Math, classified information eligibility, 5+ years experience

Technologies

ROS, sonar, Python, C/C++, Unix/Linux

Responsibilities

Develop autonomy algorithms for obstacle avoidance and multi-agent decision making; Design perception algorithms for situational awareness; Test algorithms in water environments; Develop system concepts and proposals; Collaborate on large projects with high ownership.

Seniority

Mid-Senior level (3+ years required, 5+ preferred)