job summary: We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to play a key technical leadership role on autonomy software teams developing perception, planning, control, and platform capabilities for autonomous systems. This position focuses on architecting, implementing, and scaling production-quality autonomy software while mentoring engineers and driving technical direction across projects. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on experience in complex software systems, thrives in crossfunctional autonomy environments, and is capable of translating ambiguous requirements into robust, field-ready solutions. location: Mossville, Illinois job type: Contract salary: $62.21 - 63.50 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Responsibilities: - Design and implement software of embedded devices and systems from requirements to production and commercial deployment for product lines. - Write and code logical and physical database descriptions and specify identifiers of database to management system or direct others in coding descriptions. - Analyze and enhance efficiency, stability and scalability of system resources - Review project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project. - Lead the design, development, and ownership of major autonomy software components across perception, localization, planning, control, or platform layers - Define and influence software architecture for scalable, reliable, and maintainable autonomy systems - Translate algorithmic concepts and research prototypes into production- grade, real-time software - Serve as a technical leader within the team, setting coding standards, best practices, and design patterns - Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers through design reviews, code reviews, and technical coaching - Collaborate closely with robotics, controls, AI/ML, simulation, systems, and safety teams to deliver end-to-end autonomy capabilities - Drive integration of autonomy software with sensors, actuators, compute platforms, and vehicle networks (e.g., CAN, Ethernet) - Lead debugging and root-cause analysis for complex issues observed in simulation, HIL, or field deployments - Ensure software quality through automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, performance optimization, and documentation - Contribute to technical roadmaps, risk assessments, and long-term platform strategy Skills Required: Top 3 Skills: -Strong expertise in C++ (required); proficiency in Python -Proven experience designing and maintaining large-scale, production software systems -Deep understanding of Linux-based development, multithreading, memory management, and performance optimization - Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills. - Knowledge of reading schematics and data sheets for components - Basic knowledge of the full software development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery. - Basic ability to troubleshoot issues and make system changes as needed to resolve issue. - Basic knowledge of computer hardware and software. Solid programming experience in C or C++ - Knowledge of computer development software as it relates to embedded systems, such as SQL, VisualBasic, etc. qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, or related field (Master's preferred) or equivalent experience - Years of experience: 5+ years of professional software development experience with a strong focus on autonomy, robotics, or real-time systems Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.