# Forward Deployed Software Engineer

**Company**: Saronic Technologies
**Location**: San Francisco
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: mid
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Technology

**Apply**: https://jobs.lever.co/saronic/864bb13f-0c0e-4548-99d6-3e3b7794c9d5
**Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_d7a9ea24-44f

## Description

We are seeking a Forward Deployed Software Engineer who will be at the forefront of integrating, deploying, and improving our autonomous systems in real-world environments. You will work hands-on with software, networking, and autonomy, ensuring our autonomous service vessels perform reliably in operational settings.

This role blends software development, field deployment, and problem-solving to ensure our technology delivers real mission impact. You will be deeply engaged in debugging and optimizing autonomy algorithms, refining system performance based on real-world data, and working closely with end-users to adapt our technology to mission needs.

Responsibilities:

* Develop and refine software for autonomy, networking, and mission execution, improving system performance in real-world maritime conditions
* Deploy and test ASV software in the field, identifying and resolving issues related to autonomy, perception, and control systems
* Analyze performance data from real-world missions, using insights to drive software improvements and optimize system behavior
* Integrate and validate new autonomy features, ensuring seamless interaction between software, sensors, and vessel hardware
* Work directly with operators and end-users, gathering feedback and adapting the system to operational requirements
* Troubleshoot and resolve software, hardware, and networking issues that arise during deployments
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including autonomy engineers, hardware developers, and field operations personnel, to enhance product capabilities
* Document best practices, deployment procedures, and debugging workflows to improve system reliability and scalability

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
* Ability to diagnose and debug complex systems, from low-level networking issues to high-level autonomy behaviors
* Ability to work in dynamic environments, where software must adapt to real-world constraints and unpredictable conditions
* Willingness to travel (up to 50%), spending time in the field testing and improving ASV systems in real-world maritime settings
* Experience developing autonomy software for real-world robotic systems, particularly in challenging environments like the ocean
* Familiarity with motion planning, behavior trees, and control algorithms for autonomous navigation
* Background in maritime systems, naval operations, or defense technology
* Knowledge of distributed autonomy architectures and multi-agent coordination
* Hands-on experience integrating and deploying robotic systems in the field

Benefits:

* Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
* Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
* Saronic pays 100% 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

Physical Demands:

* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
* Occasional standing and walking within the office
* Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
* Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
* Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
* Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Additional Information:

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

## Skills

### Required
- C++
- Rust
- Python
- Networking protocols
- Distributed systems
- TCP/IP
- UDP
- Message-passing frameworks
- Autonomy algorithms
- Motion planning
- Behavior trees
- Control algorithms
- Maritime systems
- Naval operations
- Defense technology
- Distributed autonomy architectures
- Multi-agent coordination