Field‑Deployed Autonomy Software Engineer (Maritime)

Saronic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Time Off – PTO & Holidays

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) Plan

Stock Options

Life & Disability Insurance

Free lunch & snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer to integrate, deploy, and improve autonomous systems on real-world maritime vessels. You will work hands-on with software, networking, and autonomy to ensure service vessels perform reliably in operational settings.

You will debug and optimize autonomy algorithms, refine performance with field data, and collaborate with operators to adapt technology to mission needs, including sensor integration and robust control.

Qualifications

• Strong software engineering skills in C++, Rust, Python or similar languages.
• Background in robotics, autonomy, or embedded systems, especially maritime, aerospace or defense applications.
• Understanding of networking protocols and distributed systems (TCP/IP, UDP).
• Experience with sensors (cameras, radar, GPS, IMUs) in perception-driven autonomy.
• Ability to diagnose and debug complex systems from low-level networking to high-level autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine software for autonomy, networking, and mission execution in real-world maritime conditions.
• Deploy and test autonomous system software in the field, resolving issues in autonomy, perception, and control.
• Analyze performance data from real missions to drive software improvements and optimize behavior.
• Integrate and validate new autonomy features with sensors and vessel hardware.
• Collaborate with operators and end-users to adapt systems to operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot software, hardware, and networking issues during deployments.
• Document deployment procedures and debugging workflows to improve reliability.

Skills

C++

Rust

Python

Robotics

Autonomy

Embedded systems

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Relevant engineering degree

Tools

ROS/ROS2

Git

Linux

Networking concepts

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer to integrate, deploy, and improve autonomous systems on real-world maritime vessels. You will work hands-on with software, networking, and autonomy to ensure service vessels perform reliably in operational settings.

You will debug and optimize autonomy algorithms, refine performance with field data, and collaborate with operators to adapt technology to mission needs, including sensor integration and robust control.