Autonomy Software Engineer

AIKO - Infinite ways to autonomy

full-time

Posted on: 9/8/2025

Location: 🇮🇹 Italy

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💰 €35,000 - €45,000 per year

Mid-LevelSenior

PythonRust

About the role

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance onboard autonomy software systems for satellite operations
Implement real-time planning, scheduling, and decision-making algorithms
Work with simulation and testing environments to validate software functionality
Document code and write technical documentation; contribute to reviews and project milestones
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software components into products, ensuring technical excellence and meeting deadlines
Continuously improve algorithms' capability, performance, and overall technological innovation
Stay updated with advancements in autonomous systems and space technology

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Mathematics, or related field
3-5 years of proven experience in software development, preferably in autonomy or aerospace-related projects
Proven experience in designing and developing complex algorithms, preferably in planning and decision-making
Performance-driven mindset with expertise in data structures, algorithmic complexity, and code optimization techniques
Proficiency in Rust and/or C++
Experience with Python is a plus
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team
Strong communication and documentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Preferred: understanding of satellite systems and space mission operations
Preferred: experience developing algorithms for low-computational-power environments
Preferred: familiarity with machine learning for planning/decision-making, including deep and reinforcement learning
Preferred: familiarity with Scrum and Agile working methodology