Robotics Integration Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement autonomy software for aerial autonomy, navigation, and real-time mapping
• Work with internal product teams to integrate new features and improve existing functionality
• Partner directly with customers and stakeholders in field testing and operational environments
• Improve and troubleshoot performance of deployed systems based on end-user feedback
• Coordinate and execute field tests, demonstrations, and pilot programs
• Serve as the technical liaison between product development and end-users
• Champion best practices in code quality, security, and maintainability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Proficiency in developing robust, production-grade software
• Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software design patterns
• Demonstrated experience with robotics (e.g. ROS), autonomous systems, and real-time data processing
• Familiarity with aerial platforms and hardware/software integrations (e.g. Ardupilot/PX4)
• Experience in a role at the intersection of product engineering and operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in sensor fusion, perception, computer vision, geospatial data processing, and/or localization and mapping
• Track record of implementing solutions on embedded systems or constrained hardware
• Experience with DevOps best practices (CI/CD, containerization)
• Knowledge of military or defense-related environments
• Active clearance

Benefits

• Top-tier health, dental, vision, short-/long-term disability, and life insurance
• Flexible/reasonable vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) plans, FSA, HSA, and commuter benefits

About the Company

Swan delivers the future of defense and industry through scalable autonomous products, backed by leading defense VCs including a16z's American Dynamism fund.