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Staff Software Engineer, Perception

Saildrone Inc.Alameda, California, United States
On-site Full-time

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ABOUT SAILDRONE

Saildrone Inc. is a pioneering maritime defense company that leads the global market in autonomous unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). Our operations boast a wealth of ocean miles and unparalleled real-world experience, with active systems deployed in combat scenarios to support national security and global force projection around the clock.

Headquartered in Alameda, CA, with business development and sales efforts in Washington, DC, and deployment hubs across Europe and the Middle East, Saildrone integrates proven autonomous technology, edge computing, advanced sensor systems, and renewable energy solutions. We are redefining the future operations of the Navy. Join our dynamic and mission-focused team at the forefront of maritime security and innovation.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are in search of a Staff Software Engineer specializing in Perception to join our Perception team. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager of Perception, you will be instrumental in facilitating real-time detection, tracking, and classification of vessels within Saildrone’s autonomous fleet. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing perception systems that function reliably in intricate maritime environments, directly contributing to our mission of providing ongoing maritime intelligence. We seek a technical leader capable of transforming ambiguity into clarity, driving high-performance systems from inception to deployment, and excelling in tackling complex autonomy challenges.

This role mandates on-site presence in Alameda, CA three days per week, adhering to our hybrid work model. This position does not offer remote work options.

TEAM DETAILS

The Perception Engineering team is dedicated to designing and implementing advanced sensing and perception capabilities essential for Saildrone’s autonomous operations. We focus on developing robust, scalable perception systems that integrate data from radar, cameras, and other sensors to ensure comprehensive situational awareness at sea, thereby enhancing global maritime domain awareness in national security and defense contexts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Algorithm Development: Innovate, execute, and refine perception algorithms for detection, tracking, and classification to ensure high-fidelity situational awareness in challenging maritime conditions.
  • System Architecture: Take ownership of high-performance C++ systems on NVIDIA Jetson/AGX platforms, managing the real-time

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