Software/Algorithm Engineer
The Judge Group
Fort Worth, TX, USA
Posted on May 20, 2026
About the Role
This role focuses on developing advanced sensor fusion and autonomous perception algorithms for airborne platforms. You will own the full lifecycle of mission‑critical fusion algorithms, from concept and simulation through deployment in real‑time embedded systems. The position emphasizes innovation, technical leadership, and integration of next‑generation sensor technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain sensor fusion algorithms supporting autonomous decision‑making
- Own the full lifecycle of fusion algorithms, including requirements, design, implementation, testing, and deployment
- Develop embedded C++ software running on real‑time operating systems
- Prototype and validate algorithms using high‑fidelity simulations in MATLAB and/or Python
- Integrate new sensors, modes, and capabilities into existing and future platforms
- Collaborate with cross‑functional fusion, autonomy, and systems teams
- Participate in design reviews and technical evaluations
- Serve as a subject matter expert within a specific sensor fusion sub‑domain
- Support development of reusable, multi‑platform fusion architectures
- Contribute in an Agile development environment
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in sensor fusion sub‑domains such as state estimation, identification, correlation, or sensor tasking
- 5+ years of experience developing algorithms for RF and/or IR sensor systems
- 10+ years of experience developing software on real‑time operating systems
- Advanced proficiency in C++ for embedded or real‑time systems
- Experience with Visual Studio development environments
- Strong mathematical foundation for algorithm development
- Experience with high‑fidelity simulation or prototyping using MATLAB or Python
- Experience working in Agile software development environments
Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications
- Experience across signal processing, autonomy, perception, navigation, or control systems
- Exposure to artificial intelligence or data‑driven approaches in sensor systems
- Experience with reusable or multi‑platform software architectures
- Background in integration and configuration management for complex systems
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