Software Engineering (remote)

OKSI is seeking a Software Engineer IV to lead the design and development of advanced autonomous robotics systems for defense and aerospace applications. You'll architect real-time control systems, computer vision, sensor fusion, and mission-critical software while providing technical leadership across engineering teams.

Architect motion planning, path planning, and trajectory optimization algorithms
Develop sensor fusion algorithms for localization, mapping, and situational awareness
Optimize algorithms to meet real-time performance, latency, and robustness requirements
Computer Vision & Perception
Develop and optimize computer vision and object detection/tracking algorithms for robotic applications
Implement perception pipelines for autonomous navigation and task execution
Evaluate and integrate emerging computer vision and machine learning models
Ensure perception systems meet reliability and latency requirements for mission-critical operations
Software Development & Integration
Develop production-grade software in C++, Python, and other applicable languages
Design and optimize real-time software on Linux-based systems and embedded platforms
Design real-time software interfaces with embedded systems, sensors, and actuators
Implement distributed systems architecture for complex robotic platforms
Lead system-level integration and end-to-end testing efforts
Electrical Integration & Hardware Collaboration
Collaborate with electrical engineers on power system design, sensor integration, and actuator control
Develop firmware and software interfaces for motor controllers, power distribution, and sensor electronics
Support electrical testing and troubleshooting of robotic hardware systems
Evaluate and specify electrical components (sensors, actuators, embedded controllers) based on software requirements
Ensure software architecture supports electrical system constraints and performance requirements
Technical Leadership & Quality
Establish and enforce coding standards, testing methodologies, and quality metrics
Lead investigations into failures and performance anomalies
7+ years software engineering in robotics, autonomous systems, or real-time control

• Expert C++ proficiency; Python and other relevant languages
• Strong robotics algorithms background (motion planning, control theory)
• Embedded systems and real-time software development
• Matlab/Simulink and requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• Ability to obtain Department of Defense Secret clearance
• Master's degree in Computer Science or Robotics

Autonomous vehicle or UAV systems experience, basic electrical skills
Machine learning and advanced computer vision for robotics
New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budget allocated for this role.

• Medical, dental, vision fully paid
• Educational assistance
• Relocation reimbursement
• In-office (Los Angeles) or remote work (United States) available (position dependent)

Department of Defense Secret security clearance. The inability to obtain a security clearance will result in you being ineligible for the position.

S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process.