Hiring: Senior Software Engineer - Forward Deployed Company: Saronic Technologies Location: Arlington, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:21:00 Target Skills & Keywords : C++, Embedded Systems, Python, Root Cause Analysis, Rust, Systems Design, Systems Integration, TCP/IP About the job Experience: •5+ years of experience developing autonomy or robotics systems, with a strong foundation in software engineering Required Skills: •Lead the design, development, and optimization of advanced software systems for autonomy, networking, and mission execution, with a focus on robust performance in dynamic maritime environments •Drive field testing and deployment strategies, overseeing validation of autonomy, perception, and control systems under operational conditions, and proactively identifying systemic issues •Own the analysis of mission-critical performance data, translating operational insights into high-impact software improvements that enhance system behavior, reliability, and responsiveness •Architect and integrate new autonomy capabilities, ensuring compatibility across software, sensors, and vessel hardware, while maintaining a modular and scalable system design •Partner directly with operators, mission planners, and end-users, translating feedback into actionable requirements and guiding the evolution of the autonomy stack to meet mission needs •Lead incident response and root cause analysis for complex issues spanning software, hardware, and networking layers, and implement durable solutions that strengthen system resilience •Mentor and collaborate with cross-functional teams, aligning autonomy development with broader product and mission goals, and elevating engineering practices across the organization •Establish and maintain technical standards, authoring deployment protocols, diagnostic tools, and documentation to support the reliable scaling of autonomy systems in operational fleets Qualifications: •Proficient programming skills in C++, Rust, Python, or similar languages, with experience building and maintaining performance-critical systems •Deep technical background in robotics, autonomy, or embedded systems, particularly within maritime, aerospace, or defense sectors •In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and distributed systems, including TCP/IP, UDP, DDS, and message-passing frameworks (e.g., ROS, ZeroMQ) •Extensive hands-on experience with perception sensors such as cameras, radar, GPS, and IMUs, with emphasis on integration and real-time sensor fusion •Proven ability to debug and resolve complex, cross-disciplinary issues, spanning software, hardware, networking, and autonomy behavior •Willingness and capability to lead field deployments (up to 50%), with a history of testing and refining autonomous systems in operational maritime or expeditionary contexts •Expertise in motion planning, control systems, and behavior architectures, including behavior trees and adaptive navigation algorithms •Domain knowledge in maritime systems, naval operations, or defense technology, with an understanding of mission-critical operational needs •Operational familiarity with distributed autonomy and multi-agent coordination, including decentralized planning and task-sharing in communication-limited settings •Leadership in system integration, testing, and operationalization, collaborating across engineering, product, and field teams to deliver robust, deployable systems Compensation: •Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!