Autonomy & Robotics Software Engineer Co-op

MORSE is an innovative, employee-owned, tech company located in Kendall Square in Cambridge, MA specializing in solving multi-disciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem. Our specially selected team of engineers, software developers and scientists develop algorithms, software integrated prototypes and solutions for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Manned and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Mission Planning, and Situational Awareness.

As an Autonomy & Robotics Software Engineer Co-op at MORSE, you will be developing software to support autonomous Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). In this role you will be involved with all aspects of the engineering design cycle from concept to deployment. You will be exposed to technologies that span the software technical stack from bare-metal firmware development to Linux-hosted robots and containerized cloud-deployed micro-services. You will focus on where users, software, and hardware interact to ensure that deployed autonomous systems are capable of executing their mission successfully while meeting or exceeding the customer's expectations. Experience with C, C++, and Python are all a plus. You will have opportunities to see the vehicles you work on fly and be part of flight testing.

Responsibilities include:

• Design and build embedded software for autonomous robotic vehicles
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency
• Participate in flight testing

Requirements:

• Working towards BS or MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• US Citizenship and ability to get a US Security Clearance
• Experience with C++ is required, C and Python experience are a plus
• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs
• Knowledge of Embedded Linux operating systems
• Experience with ARM Microcontrollers is nice to have
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication skills and the ability to have fun when working

The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long-term success while maintaining a collaborative, enjoyable work experience for its employees. Our team values work-life balance through flexibility and other programs, along with a comprehensive benefits package for employees and families.