Own software solutions deployed to large vessel customers
Deliver high-reliability systems aligned to mission objectives
Integrate and deploy autonomy software onto large maritime platforms
Collaborate with platform engineering to scale capabilities fleet-wide
Adapt autonomy systems to vessel-specific constraints and interfaces
Develop and maintain interfaces using maritime protocols (NMEA, CAN, MQTT, UMAA)
Ensure standards-compliant data exchange across vessel subsystems and external command networks
Partner with autonomy, hardware, and mission engineering teams
Plan, build, and test complex shipboard integrations
Support field deployments and operational testing
Design and implement monitoring, logging, and debugging frameworks
Develop performance metrics to ensure reliable autonomy operation at sea
Diagnose and resolve issues in live vessel deployments
Coordinate resolution across internal engineering and customer teams
Translate real-world vessel operational needs into software features
Balance user experience with technical realities of shipboard environments
Support shipboard and at-sea deployments as mission requirements dictate

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
3+ years of experience developing software in C++, Python, or Rust within Linux environments
Hands-on experience with ROS2 in real-world robotics or autonomy systems
Working knowledge of maritime communication protocols (NMEA, CAN)
Familiarity with UMAA (Unmanned Maritime Autonomy Architecture)
Working knowledge of COLREGS International Navigation Rules
Experience working with or aboard large maritime vessels
Ability to navigate complex codebases and distributed systems
Passion for mission-critical, real-world software
U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for U.S. security clearance

Benefits

100% Employer paid Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your families
Life Insurance (Employer Paid)
Ability to participate in the companies 401k program (Matching)
Unlimited PTO policy with an enforced 2 week minimum
Equity Package
Work / Home Office Stipend
Global Entry
16 Week Paid Parental Leave
Monthly Health and Wellness Stipend

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

C++PythonRustLinuxROS2NMEACANMQTTUMAAperformance metrics

Soft Skills

collaborationproblem-solvingadaptabilityuser experiencecommunicationdiagnosisresolution coordinationmission-critical focusorganizational skillsfield deployment support