Senior C/C++ Autonomous Systems Engineer

Senior Software Engineer with 20+ years of production C/C++ experience across autonomous systems, distributed networking infrastructure, and embedded RTOS. Currently involved in C++ HIL simulation for autonomous underwater vehicles and Python for large-scale distributed network security infrastructure at Boeing Defence Australia. Previous experience includes kernel-level C at Wind River Systems, designing fault-tolerant distributed notification systems, and network management. Independently shipped 9 commercial C++ plugins for Adobe After Effects, incorporating multithreading, cross-platform compatibility, FFmpeg, and REST API payment systems. Published in EE Times and PDPTA. Seeking senior remote C/C++ roles in autonomous systems, robotics, distributed infrastructure, storage, or developer tooling. Available immediately for contractor or full-time positions.