Lead Software Engineer — Autonomy Algorithms (Hybrid)

Job overview

The Lead Software Engineer — Autonomy Algorithms role is hybrid, based in Woburn, MA or Arlington, VA, with remote work permitted when work does not require STR facilities. The annual salary range is $173,000–$216,000. The role supports STR’s Collaborative Autonomy and Control Group, which develops software for uncrewed-system autonomy, collaboration, resource management, and control. The engineer leads the design, development, integration, testing, and demonstration of algorithms and software for autonomous platforms. The role provides technical leadership and mentoring across the software and system lifecycle, helping transition algorithmic concepts into integrated tools for mission planning and execution.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, implement, integrate, test, and demonstrate algorithms and software systems for autonomous platforms
• provide technical leadership and mentoring
• lead engineering teams through the Agile development lifecycle
• guide software and system architecture
• promote code review, unit testing, test coverage, and static analysis
• collaborate with research scientists, internal leaders, and external customers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead software engineer

autonomy algorithms

hybrid

woburn ma

arlington va

c++

java

machine learning

uncrewed systems

mission planning

top secret clearance

$173k–$216k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and U.S. citizenship. The posting describes a flexible hybrid environment, with remote work allowed when facility use is not required.

About the employer

STR is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.