Principal Application Software Engineer

Job Description

Position Summary and Location The primary responsibility of this position is to design and implement robotic simulation software for both human controlled and autonomous vehicles and the subsea environment they operate in. This includes test and training systems leveraging simulation and control system modifications. This position is based out in Chandigarh. Duties and Responsibilities Functions ESSENTIAL Design and implement software for new and existing applications. Develop software in Windows and Linux. Develop software for the Unity gaming platform. Requirements, design, implementation and testing of software. Develop and maintain application architecture. Ability to make architectural decisions daily. Research and develop simulation algorithms to provide real time simulation of vehicles, sensors, and the world environment. Provide mentoring/guidance to designers and junior engineers. Maintain code and documentation using revision control. Act as technical lead on individual projects, providing guidance and mentorship to staff. Collaboration with other divisions within Oceaneering to successfully design and deploy products. Must be able to communicate to both technical resources and non-technical/other personnel regarding specifications for applications or processes being developed. NON-ESSENTIAL Assist with any other duties as and when required. Undertake specific projects as instructed by management. Demonstrates high level of initiative to accomplish individual objectives assigned as well as team goals. Comply to organizational HR policies and procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities. Reporting Relationship Sr. Manager Software Engineering Qualifications REQUIRED Bachelor/masters degree in computer science, Electrical or Mechanical engineering or evidence of exceptional technical skill. Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. 8+ years of professional programming experience. Industry Knowledge of design patterns and software architecture best practices. 5+ years of C/C++ programming experience with knowledge of modern variants (C++17+). 5+ years of C# programming. 5+ years of programming in the Unity gaming engine. Experience applying physics and mathematical concepts to simulating physical systems and sensors Experience programming real time simulation systems. Knowledge of revision control systems such as Subversion and Git, and issue tracking systems such as Jira. Ability to lead other developers and produce and track project timelines and estimates. DESIRED Familiarity with sensors, communication protocols and robotics. Architectural design experience building robotic simulation systems. Architectural design experience building applications with the Unity gaming engine. Experience with network programming including MQTT and DDS Experience with Qt framework. Experience with AI, Machine learning and Image processing. Exposure to projects using Agile or other formal processes. Problem Solving skills in identifying and resolving real time problems in a timely manner. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Gives and receives constructive feedback. Ensures that others involved in a project or effort are kept informed about developments and plans. Effectively influences actions and opinions of others. Supports organization's goals and values. Excellent communication skills Adapts to changes in the work environment. Working Conditions This position is considered OFFICE WORK which is characterized as follows. Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace Work surface is stable (flat)