Applied Intuition

Tech / AI / Software

SoftwareEngineer-AcuityFramework

$125–175k ann arbor, michigan, united states
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Software Engineer - Acuity Framework at Applied Intuition. Skills: C++, Python, agentic coding tools, software design patterns, data structures, algorithms, Git, autonomous systems. Develop core software systems. integrate with domain-specific platforms”

Industry & Context.

Tech / AI / Software
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

Must be willing to travel as projects require, usually for SW/HW integration and/or estimated average travel is 2-5 days every other month (10-20%), Must be a U. S. Citizen, Must hold or be eligible for a U. S. Secret security clearance

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

2+ years of professional software engineering experience, C++ programming skills with experience in modern C++ (C++20 or later), Experience with Python and shell scripting for automation and tooling, Proficiency with agentic coding tools such as Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar AI-assisted development tools, understanding of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms, Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows, Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, problem-solving skills and attention to detail, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Must be willing to travel as projects require, usually for SW/HW integration and/or estimated average travel is 2-5 days every other month (10-20%), Must be a U. S. Citizen, Must hold or be eligible for a U. S. Secret security clearance

Nice to Have

Experience with autonomous systems, robotics, or real-time control systems, Familiarity with distributed systems and multi-agent coordination, Knowledge of network programming and inter-process communication (IPC), Experience with build systems (CMake, Bazel) and CI/CD pipelines, Understanding of software testing methodologies and frameworks, Background in defense systems, aerospace, or maritime applications, Experience with data serialization formats (Protocol Buffers, FlatBuffers, Cap'n Proto), Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), Contributions to open-source projects

What You'll Do.

Develop core software systems

integrate with domain-specific platforms

support multidisciplinary engineering efforts

Design and implement high-performance C++ systems

Develop software that allows multiple autonomous agents to coordinate and collaborate across different operational domains

Work closely with autonomy engineers

and customers to understand requirements and deliver solutions

Leverage agentic coding tools and AI assistants to accelerate development and improve code quality

and optimize code for real-time performance in resource-constrained environments

Create scripts and tools to improve development velocity and testing efficiency

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

collaborate with autonomy engineers, domain experts, and product teams; Support Multidisciplinary Teams; Work closely with autonomy engineers, product managers, and customers

Communication Scope

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Full Job Description

About Applied Intuition Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co. We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. About the role We're seeking a Software Engineer to join our Acuity Autonomy Framework team, working on a cutting-edge framework solution that enables collaborative autonomy behaviors in multi-domain environments. In this role, you'll develop core software systems, integrate with domain-specific platforms, and support multidisciplinary engineering efforts across the organization. This is an opportunity to work on foundational software that powers autonomous systems operating in complex, real-world scenarios. You'll collaborate with autonomy engineers, domain experts, and product teams to build robust, scalable frameworks that enable collaborative behaviors across air, ground, and maritim

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