Mission Control Software Engineer

Job overview

The Mission Control Software Engineer role is onsite in Austin, TX, and compensation is not specified; the posting says salary is determined case by case and includes equity. TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer. The engineer builds full-stack interfaces and systems for real-time remote control of heavy machinery and autonomous robots. The work includes sensor-data visualization, secure low-latency communications, production deployment, and rapid iteration with users to support construction automation.

What you'll do

• Build interfaces for tasking, supervising, and remotely controlling autonomous robots and workflows
• develop real-time visualizations for LiDAR, 3D, and geospatial data
• apply networking, authentication, and security practices
• architect and maintain scalable backend systems
• support deployment and production operations
• collaborate across disciplines, mentor engineers, and contribute to hiring.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mission control software engineer

austin tx

terrafirma

full-stack development

remote control interfaces

autonomous robots

lidar

geospatial data

real-time visualization

docker

kubernetes

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Equity and relocation packages may be available.

Why this role

The posting says relocation to Austin is required for candidates outside commuting distance and that relocation packages are available. Extended hours or weekends may be needed for critical deadlines or urgent deployment issues.

About the employer

TerraFirma is hiring for this role. Industry: Custom Computer Programming Services. Sector: 54.