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Robotics Software Engineer – Python

Job in McLean, Fairfax County, Virginia, USA
Listing for: System One
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Robotics, Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Python
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 120000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title:

Robotics Software Engineer – Python

Location: McLean, VA - ONSITE

Role Type: 6 + months contract – good chance of extensions

Clearance Requirements: Public Trust

Please note:

Employment eligibility for this position is limited to U.S. Citizens as required by government contract

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer with experience in robotics and autonomous systems. This role focuses on developing and testing software in a Linux environment, primarily using Python. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team to design, implement, and test software solutions that support robotics applications.

Required Qualifications (must-have skills)
  • Robotics experience (autonomous robotics preferred)
  • Python programming
  • 4-year degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related engineering field
Technical Skills
  • Hands-on experience with robotics (autonomous robotics preferred)
  • Strong proficiency in Python development
  • Experience developing software in a Linux environment
  • Experience designing and implementing software packages/modules
  • Experience writing unit tests and integration tests (CI/CD experience preferred)
  • Experience converting data between formats (e.g., JSON to XML)
  • Experience using Git for version control
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to break down requirements into design, development, and testing tasks
  • Ability to review code and documentation and provide constructive feedback
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or another engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Controls, Aerospace)
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience developing software in C++ in a Linux environment
  • Strong knowledge of robotics and autonomous systems architectures and algorithms
  • Experience reviewing research papers and prototyping algorithms in software
  • Experience designing or architecting software systems, including:
    • Defining module interfaces
    • Selecting architectural patterns
    • Choosing appropriate languages and libraries
  • Experience evaluating tools and technical approaches and recommending solutions
  • Experience creating technical documentation such as:
  • Interface Control Documents (ICD)
  • Software Architecture Design Documents
  • Experience working in an Agile environment using tools such as JIRA and Confluence

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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