Senior Autonomy Engineer
Sea Machines Robotics Sea Machines is a fast-growing startup specializing in autonomous technology for marine vessels. The world's oceans convey 90% of global commerce. We're applying Physical A.I. to disrupt the massive marine and maritime transportation market. Our tech provides ships and workboats the intelligence to operate autonomously and remotely, increasing safety for maritime crews and radically improving operator productivity.www.sea-machines.comJob SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Autonomy Engineer to join an existing software team working on advanced autonomy software for our marine product. The candidate will work closely with the user interface team, system team, artificial intelligence team, and customer support team.Responsibilities and DutiesDevelop, test, and integrate advanced marine autonomy behaviorsDevelop and extend our autonomy API layer.Develop advanced algorithms for autonomous systems.Maintain software documentation and assist in the development of user documentation.Contribute to system architecture decisions across autonomy and API layersDebug and resolve complex field issuesParticipate in on-vessel trials and performance validationCollaborate cross-functionally with Controls, UI, Simulation, and Customer SupportQualifications and SkillsBS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or other related engineering field required; MS or PhD preferred.4+ years of experience in C++ and Python software development for commercial products.4+ years of experience developing autonomy software, e.g., path planning, obstacle avoidance, sensor fusion, map building, etc.Hands-on experience with MOOS-IvP, ROS, or similar robotics middleware frameworks.Strong understanding of behavior-based autonomy architectures, and vehicle dynamics and kinematics.Experience debugging distributed systems in Linux environments.Familiarity with Docker-based deployment workflows.Experience working with real-world robotic systems.Comfortable with a fast-paced development schedule.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceDisability insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveVision insuranceJ-18808-Ljbffr