Hiring: Lead Software Engineer Company: CHIRP Robotics Corporation Location: Torrance, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 10:15:23 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : C++, Deep Learning, Embedded Systems, Linux, Python, RTOS, Regulatory Compliance About the job Experience: •8+ years of professional software engineering experience, with 4+ years specifically leading technical architecture for autonomous UAVs or safety-critical robotics systems. Required Skills: •Define and evolve the high-level software architecture for autonomous flight, including 3D perception, dynamic obstacle avoidance, and real-time motion planning. •Lead the design of robust sensor-fusion algorithms that blend inputs from radar, LiDAR, thermal/optical cameras, and IMUs for localization in GPS-denied scenarios. •Partner closely with hardware and systems engineers to select edge-compute platforms (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson) and optimize code for size, weight, and power (SWaP) constraints. •Oversee the creation of deterministic safety-fallback systems and automated hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing pipelines to meet aviation safety standards. •Serve as the subject matter expert across the engineering organization, establishing coding standards, architectural blueprints, and strict safety-critical development processes. •Oversee the engineering software team and drive the execution of the different projects. In this role, you will remain an active individual contributor while taking ownership of the team's technical direction, architecture, and code quality. •Expert-level modern C++ (C++17/20) and Python, with a track record of shipping highly optimized, multi-threaded codebase software. Qualifications: •Must be a U.S Citizen or US Green Card Holder •Work on location in Torrance, CA •Prior Experience: 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, with 4+ years specifically leading technical architecture for autonomous UAVs or safety-critical robotics systems. •Flight Testing: Proven experience troubleshooting and validating software architectures through real-world field deployments and flight test operations. •Mentorship / Leadership: Demonstrated the ability to mentor and lead engineers and lead cross-functional technical initiatives without formal managerial authority. •Minimum of a BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field Compensation: •$100,000 - $125,000 / year •Total compensation includes a meaningful equity grant Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!