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Principal Software Engineer Robotics Warehouse Systems Jobs

Software Engineer, Robotics

Irvine, CA · On-site

$191K - $253K/yr

Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns ... ABOUT THE ROLE We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Robotics to join our ...

Principal Software Engineer- Flight Systems

Denver, CO · Remote

$138.20K - $185.30K/yr

Principal Software Engineer - Space Systems Location: Greater Denver, CO (on-site 3-5 days/week) Salary: $160k-$195k + bonus + benefits + relocation A fast-growing space-technology company is seeking ...

Principal Software Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$136.50K - $183K/yr

Principal Software Engineer This is a remote position. Ad Hoc is a technology company that empowers ... Effectively communicates on existing systems, design decisions, past performance, and a major ...

Principal Software Engineer

Huntsville, AL

$133K - $178.30K/yr

The GMD program is a portion of the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) system to protect the US and our ... The selected Principal Software Engineer responsibilities will include the support of the GMD ...

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Autonomous Robotics Software Engineer (Robotics / Autonomy / C++) Advanced Robotics Group, LLC is ... We are a deep-tech robotics company building industrial, fully autonomous systems designed to ...

Principal Software Engineer

Huntsville, AL

$133K - $178.30K/yr

The GMD program is a portion of the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) system to protect the US and our ... The selected Principal Software Engineer responsibilities will include the support of the GMD ...

Be Seen First

Autonomous Robotics Software Engineer (Robotics / Autonomy / C++) Advanced Robotics Group, LLC is ... We are a deep-tech robotics company building industrial, fully autonomous systems designed to ...

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How much do principal software engineer robotics warehouse systems jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal software engineer robotics warehouse systems in the United States is $160,936.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $135,000.00 and $181,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Principal Software Engineer in Robotics Warehouse Systems, and why are they important?

To excel as a Principal Software Engineer in Robotics Warehouse Systems, you need deep expertise in software architecture, robotics algorithms, and distributed systems, usually backed by a degree in computer science or a related field and significant industry experience. Familiarity with robotics middleware (such as ROS), programming languages like C++ and Python, and cloud platforms, along with relevant certifications, is highly valuable. Leadership, problem-solving, and strong communication skills distinguish top performers, enabling them to guide teams and collaborate across disciplines. These abilities are essential for designing scalable, reliable robotics solutions that drive automation and efficiency in complex warehouse environments.

How does a Principal Software Engineer in Robotics Warehouse Systems typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions?

As a Principal Software Engineer in Robotics Warehouse Systems, you’ll frequently work with hardware engineers, systems architects, product managers, and operations teams to design, implement, and refine automation solutions. Collaboration often involves participating in design reviews, setting technical direction, and ensuring software integrates seamlessly with robotic hardware. You may also mentor junior engineers, lead technical discussions, and help coordinate efforts across teams to address complex warehouse automation challenges. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for aligning diverse stakeholders toward shared goals.

What does a Principal Software Engineer in Robotics Warehouse Systems do?

A Principal Software Engineer in Robotics Warehouse Systems leads the design, development, and deployment of complex software solutions that control and optimize robotic systems within warehouse environments. They work on high-level architecture, oversee technical teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the robotics systems improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability. This role often involves integrating robotics hardware with software platforms, troubleshooting system issues, and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in robotics and automation.

What is the difference between Principal Software Engineer Robotics Warehouse Systems vs Senior Software Engineer Robotics Warehouse Systems?

AspectPrincipal Software Engineer Robotics Warehouse SystemsSenior Software Engineer Robotics Warehouse Systems
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in CS or related, extensive experienceBachelor's/Master's in CS or related, 5+ years experience
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles, architecture design, cross-team coordinationDevelopment, coding, feature implementation
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, logistics firms, robotics integratorsSame as above, more focused on implementation

The Principal Software Engineer Robotics Warehouse Systems typically holds a leadership role, focusing on system architecture and strategic planning, while the Senior Software Engineer Robotics Warehouse Systems concentrates on coding and feature development. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and industry experience, but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Principal Software Engineer Robotics Warehouse Systems job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 9% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 54% Physical, and 46% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $160,936 per year, or $77.4 per hour.
Principal Software Engineer / Sr. Principal Software Engineer

Principal Software Engineer / Sr. Principal Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Melbourne, FL • On-site

$125.10K - $167.80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Northrop Grumman rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 336 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

104th of 511 rated manufacturers


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Software Engineer / Sr. Principal Software Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located onsite in Melbourne, Florida.

Essential Functions:

  • Work in an innovative environment, on significantly diverse assignments, and in collaborative team settings across all levels
  • Participate in the full software development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery of software products to our customers
  • Architect and develop embedded mission systems software applications on a real time operating system
  • Be a part of Agile Scrum teams to develop software products for multiple software baselines

This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Software Engineer level 3 or a Sr. Principal Software Engineer level 4

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Software Engineer (level 3):

  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 1 years of related engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience with Agile Framework within the last 3 years.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience developing software and scripts in C, Object Oriented C++ AND/OR Python for Safety/Mission-Critical applications/Systems within the last 3 years.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools such as: Atlassian (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo), AND/OR GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes within the last 3 years.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience architecting, Designing, Modeling (Rhapsody OR Cameo), Implementing, Maintaining, Integrating, Debugging, Verifying and Qualifying Safety/Mission-Critical Embedded Real Time Software written in OO C++ running on Real-Time Operating Systems such as: VxWorks, Integrity, AND/OR Real Time Embedded Linux within the last 3 years.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience with Static & Dynamic Code Analysis Tools and Fuzzing Tools such as: Coverity, SonarQube, AND/OR Fortify within the last 3 years.
  • Active DoD Secret level clearance OR Top Secret (in-scope)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer (level 4):

  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 4 years of related engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience with Agile Framework within the last 3 years.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience developing software and scripts in C, Object Oriented C++ AND/OR Python for Safety/Mission-Critical applications/Systems within the last 3 years.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools such as: Atlassian (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo), AND/OR GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes within the last 3 years.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience architecting, Designing, Modeling (Rhapsody OR Cameo), Implementing, Maintaining, Integrating, Debugging, Verifying and Qualifying Safety/Mission-Critical Embedded Real Time Software written in OO C++ running on Real-Time Operating Systems such as: VxWorks, Integrity, AND/OR Real Time Embedded Linux within the last 3 years.
  • Demonstrated Professional Experience with Static & Dynamic Code Analysis Tools and Fuzzing Tools such as: Coverity, SonarQube, AND/OR Fortify within the last 3 years.
  • Active DoD Secret level clearance OR Top Secret (in-scope)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Preferred Qualifications for both a Principal Software Engineer and Sr. Principal Software Engineer:

  • Differentiating characteristics include demonstrated leadership, teamwork capabilities, strong time management, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with systems engineers, hardware designers and integration/test engineers to develop and maintain complex software systems
  • Recent Demonstrated Professional Experience with DOORs AND/OR Software Requirement Specification Testing using Simulators, automated scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, JavaScript, AND/OR Bash.
  • Recent Demonstrated Experience with software network interfaces and troubleshooting networks (TCP/IP, UDP, LAN, VLAN, SNMP or others).
  • Current Special Access Program (SAP) access.
Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939