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Saronic Technologies · 5 months ago

Marine Roboticist

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms. We are seeking a Marine Roboticist responsible for the design, integration, and testing of our autonomous surface vessels, working closely with cross-functional teams to develop robust solutions to marine engineering, electrical, and software challenges.

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Responsibilities

Accelerate traditional Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering ship design principles with modern software techniques, through the lens of marine autonomy
Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, electrical, and software engineers to cohesively design, operate, and maintain electro-mechanical systems
Design, develop, and maintain software systems, using NixOS, for autonomous navigation, control, and communication of surface vessels
Implement algorithms for controls and sensor fusion
Conduct software testing and validation to ensure reliability and performance in real-world maritime environments
Participate in code reviews and maintain high coding standards, ensuring the scalability and maintainability of software
Troubleshoot and debug complex cross-disciplinary issues, providing timely resolutions
Document designs, processes, and test results for compliance and knowledge sharing

Qualification

Naval ArchitectureMarine EngineeringSoftware DevelopmentProgramming C/C++Programming RustComputer-Aided Design (CAD)Embedded Linux SystemsAlgorithmsData StructuresProblem-SolvingCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
1+ years of experience in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, preferably hands-on experience
Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, preferably in Rhino3D, SolidWorks, and NX
Strong understanding of the ship design spiral, including hull design, stability, resistance, powering, and machinery
Familiarity with shipboard controls of subsystems, including fuel, lube oil, HVAC, cooling, preferably as it relates to marine autonomy
1+ years of experience in software development, preferably in autonomous systems or robotics
Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ or Rust
Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software design patterns
Experience with embedded Linux systems and embedded software development
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Preferred

Knowledge of ship maneuvering and seakeeping
Experience with low-level serial protocols (e.g., RS-232, CAN)
Strong understanding of networking principles and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP)
Knowledge of DoD standards and regulations related to software development

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Company

Saronic Technologies

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Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining best-in-class hardware, software and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$845.5M
Key Investors
Elad GilAndreessen HorowitzCaffeinated Capital
2025-02-18Series C· $600M
2024-07-19Series B· $175.5M
2023-10-09Series A· $55M

Leadership Team

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Rob Lehman
Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer
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Vibhav Altekar
Co-Founder & CTO
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