Software Engineer III

Job Description

Position Title: Software Engineer III

Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for a Software Engineer III with our client in North Hollywood, CA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support development, provisioning, and checkout of Python/ROS2-based systems using COTS hardware.
• Develop and update device drivers to ensure optimal system performance.
• Implement provisioning process improvements through automation and scripting.
• Conduct software checkout and troubleshooting on testbeds and hardware.
• Contribute to system reliability and performance enhancements.
  
  
  

Job Qualifications:

• 7 years of related experience.
• Proficiency in C/C (embedded/RTOS/Linux) and Python (tools/automation); strong experience with Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Experience with ROS/ROS2, instrumentation/control systems, driver/platform debugging, data acquisition/measurement theory, or debugging auto-generated code.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Proficiency with scripting and automation tools
  
  
  

Desired Job Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Ansible and Bash
• Hardware/software integration experience
• Familiarity with EtherCAT and/or motor drivers.
  
  
  

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: North Hollywood, CA (Onsite).
• Pay Rate: $85-$100/hr.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C.
• 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.
  
  
  

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.