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Software Engineer - Robotics (Motion)

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Last seen by MeritLog September 8, 2026Source: AshbySource version: ashby-public-job-posting-v1

MeritLog read this listing from Allen Control Systems's Ashby job board and last checked it on September 8, 2026.

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Job details

Work model: On-site
Salary: $94K - $332K
Location: Austin, TX
Occupation: Software Developers(O*NET 15-1252.00)

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How this role compares at Allen Control Systems

Allen Control Systems has 67 live roles in MeritLog’s catalog across 6 job families, and 43 of them are in engineering. 23 of those listings publish a pay range, a disclosure rate of 34%.

This role's posted range of $94K - $332K sits above 59% of the 22 other Allen Control Systems roles quoted over the same currency and period.

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What the role asks for

What you'd do

Control robot motion to track drones under tight real-time constraints.
Develop and tune real-time control loops for accurate, stable pointing.
Own calibration routines and coordinate-frame transforms across the sensor/actuator chain.
Define and negotiate a robust software/hardware contract at the actuation handoff, minimizing rework.
Enforce safety constraints on motion (limits, no-fire zones, fault handling) as a first-class design concern.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Strong proficiency in C++ for real-time/deterministic code; Python for tooling and analysis.
Solid grounding in linear algebra, kinematics, and coordinate transforms.
Experience with real-time or low-latency systems and performance optimization.
Control theory fundamentals (PID and beyond).
Robotics frameworks (ROS/ROS 2) and Eigen.
Advanced control (MPC, LQR, state estimation / Kalman filtering).
Motor / servo / actuator control and sensor calibration.
Real-time Linux, deterministic scheduling, or safety-critical systems experience.

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Job description

Company Overview ACS (Allen Control Systems) is a defense technology company building precision robotic systems for the United States and its allies. Founded by two former U.S. Navy electrical engineers with deep experience in robotics and software, ACS brings together AI, computer vision, precision motion, and advanced hardware to solve complex defense challenges across land, air, and maritime environments. Our flagship product, Bullfrog, is an autonomous precision weapon system that transforms existing weapons into highly accurate counter-drone systems - giving warfighters a scalable, cost-effective response to one of the fastest-growing threats on the modern battlefield. Bullfrog is deployed with U.S. forces, and ACS works with organizations throughout the U.S. military and national security community. Following a $200 million Series B at a $2.2 billion valuation, ACS is rapidly expanding manufacturing, accelerating Bullfrog deployments, and developing the next generation of autonomous battlefield systems. This is an opportunity to join a proven, fast-moving team and help scale technology with direct, real-world impact on national security. ACS is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with additional operations in Alexandria, Virginia; Mountain View, California; and Huntsville, Alabama. For more information, visit allencontrolsystems.com http://allencontrolsystems.com. Position Overview We are seeking a Software Engineer with a speciality in Robotics. In this position you will be responsible for turning computer vision output into precise, safe motion - running real-time control loops, and getting the turret pointed exactly where we want it, when we want it. We’re hiring across multiple experience levels, including: - Associate Software Engineer. - Software Engineer. - Senior Software Engineer. - Staff Software Engineer. - Senior Staff Software Engineer. Your title and level will be determined based on your experience, skills, and the scope of responsibility appropriate for the role. What You'll Do: - Control robot motion to track drones under tight real-time constraints. - Develop and tune real-time control loops for accurate, stable pointing. - Own calibration routines and coordinate-frame transforms across the sensor/actuator chain. - Define and negotiate a robust software/hardware contract at the actuation handoff, minimizing rework. - Enforce safety constraints on motion (limits, no-fire zones, fault handling) as a first-class design concern. What You'll Need: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. - Strong proficiency in C++ for real-time/deterministic code; Python for tooling and analysis. - Solid grounding in linear algebra, kinematics, and coordinate transforms. - Experience with real-time or low-latency systems and performance optimization. - Control theory fundamentals (PID and beyond). You'll Stand Out: - Robotics frameworks (ROS/ROS 2) and Eigen. - Advanced control (MPC, LQR, state estimation / Kalman filtering). - Motor / servo / actuator control and sensor calibration. - Real-time Linux, deterministic scheduling, or safety-critical systems experience. What We Offer: - Competitive salary - ACS Equity Package - Health, Dental, Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off Allen Control Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Allen Control Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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