Network and Communication Engineer

About SteerAI

SteerAI is an autonomous mobility technology company powered by VentureOne, the commercialization arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council. SteerAI’s advanced AI-powered autonomy stack, developed by the Technology Innovation Institute, empowers the logistics and defense industries by turning industrial vehicles into autonomous powerhouses that can handle complex off-road missions, transforming operations and protecting organizations' most important assets: their workforce.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced network and communications Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust real-time communication systems for our autonomous platforms. This role requires expertise in embedded networks, real-time data exchange, wireless communication, as well as the hardware components that enable these systems. The candidate will play a key role in implementing robust networking solutions to ensure high-reliability data exchange between subsystems, autonomy software, and control stations, addressing both the software and hardware integration challenges in mobile, high-reliability environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure communication networks including Ethernet, CAN, RS485, Serial, and RF modules.
• Evaluate both commercial and tactical radio systems, understanding performance characteristics and integration requirements.
• Evaluate and implement redundancy, failover, and network security mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain low-latency, high-throughput communication interfaces between embedded devices, central autonomy software, and external command & control (C2) systems.
• Implement and validate protocol stacks such as UDP, TCP, MQTT, DDS, CANOpen, and other relevant communication layers.
• Support real-time telemetry, control of data streaming, and system status monitoring.
• Set up and maintain network infrastructure including RF radios, network switches, routers, and wireless devices on mobile platforms.
• Collaborate with software, embedded, and mechatronics teams to debug and resolve communication issues during system integration.
• Provide communication support for field testing, including troubleshooting hardware/software interfaces in real-world scenarios.
• Document all network configurations, interface control documents (ICDs), and system architecture diagrams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in network and communication systems, preferably in robotics, automotive, or defense sectors.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, networking fundamentals, and RF communications.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git and collaborative development tools.
• Experience working with real-time systems, Linux networking, and ROS/ROS2 is a plus.
• Ability to work independently to integrating complex hardware/software communication systems
• Excellent documentation and cross-functional collaboration skills.

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the Autonomous Robotics industry. Our work culture is collaborative and inclusive, with a strong focus on innovation and personal growth.

If you're passionate about advancing the frontiers of Autonomous Robotics and eager to leave a lasting mark in this domain, seize the opportunity and apply today to join us in sculpting the future of this dynamic field!