Field Software Engineer - Maritime Autonomy & Deployment

Saronic Technologies Inc.

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous PTO and Holidays
Paid parental leave
401(k) plan
Stock options
Life and Disability Insurance
Free lunch benefit
Unlimited snacks and drinks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies Inc. in Austin, Texas is seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer to integrate and improve our autonomous systems in real-world maritime environments. In this hands-on role, you will work directly with software, networking, and autonomy, ensuring our service vessels operate reliably.

Your contributions will include debugging algorithms, deploying software, and collaborating with end-users to refine our technology. This position offers opportunities to impact mission success and shape the future of maritime autonomy.

We provide comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance, retirement plans, and stock options.

Qualifications

  • Strong software engineering skills, with experience in C++, Rust, Python, or similar languages.
  • Background in robotics, autonomy, or embedded systems, particularly in maritime, aerospace, or defense applications.
  • Understanding of networking protocols and distributed systems, including TCP/IP, UDP, and message-passing frameworks.
  • Experience working with sensors such as cameras, radar, GPS, and IMUs, especially in perception-driven autonomy applications.
  • Ability to diagnose and debug complex systems.
  • Ability to work in dynamic environments.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50%.
  • Experience developing autonomy software for real-world robotic systems.
  • Familiarity with control algorithms for autonomous navigation.
  • Background in maritime systems.
  • Knowledge of distributed autonomy architectures.
  • Hands-on experience integrating and deploying robotic systems.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and refine software for autonomy, networking, and mission execution.
  • Deploy and test ASV software in the field.
  • Analyze performance data from real-world missions.
  • Integrate and validate new autonomy features.
  • Work directly with operators and end-users.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software, hardware, and networking issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Document best practices and deployment procedures.

Skills

C++
Rust
Python
Robotics
Embedded systems
Networking protocols
Sensors integration
Motion planning
Multi-agent coordination

Job description

Saronic Technologies Inc. in Austin, Texas is seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer to integrate and improve our autonomous systems in real-world maritime environments. In this hands-on role, you will work directly with software, networking, and autonomy, ensuring our service vessels operate reliably.

Your contributions will include debugging algorithms, deploying software, and collaborating with end-users to refine our technology. This position offers opportunities to impact mission success and shape the future of maritime autonomy.

We provide comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance, retirement plans, and stock options.

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