Software engineer unmanned systems

Are you a software engineer and interested in unmanned systems? Then we would like to get in touch with you.

About Demcon

Demcon defense & security systems is at the forefront of unmanned systems development and integration with the Dutch Ministry of Defense. This entails a broad range of technologies: from navigation algorithms for single UGVs to planning and control software for groups of autonomous agents, and from machine learning-based sensor processing algorithms to multi-modal sensor fusion and effector management.

What are you going to do?

As a software engineer at DSS, you will design and develop the software of unmanned systems. It is a crucial role, where you will play a key part in implementing advanced navigation algorithms, ensuring software quality, and defining, designing and implementing robust software architecture. You will be part of a team with systems engineers and experts in the fields of autonomous navigation, localisation & mapping.

Key responsibilities

• Software architecture: define and implement scalable, efficient, and reliable software architectures that meet the needs of our unmanned systems projects.
• Implementation of navigation algorithms: design, develop, and integrate sophisticated navigation algorithms for unmanned systems to enhance their autonomy and performance.
• Software deployment: oversee the deployment process to ensure smooth integration and functionality of software across various platforms and environments.
• Software quality assurance: maintain high standards of software quality through rigorous testing, code reviews and continuous improvement practices.

What do you bring to the table?

• BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field;
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, or C#;
• Strong understanding of algorithm design and data structures;
• Experience with software development tools and methodologies (e.g. Git, Agile, CI/CD, Docker);
• Knowledge of navigation algorithms, control systems, and sensor fusion is highly desirable
• Familiarity with ROS 2 (Robot Operating System) is a plus;
• You know or are willing to learn Dutch.

What do we offer you?

At Demcon we value a nice workplace. For example, we have good coffee and there is free fresh fruit waiting for you every week. There is also a lot of personal attention and we discourage overtime because we know how important home is.

Furthermore, you can count on, among other things:

• A good, market-based salary;
• 31 days off and 8% vacation allowance;
• A good pension plan at Zwitserleven;
• The opportunity to follow training and courses through the Demcon Academy so you can further develop your knowledge;
• A laptop and telephone from work;
• Bicycle plan;
• Active personnel association (monthly activities such as drinks and an annual Demcon weekend) and annual sporting events.