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California, United States
Hybrid
Saildrone is a maritime defense company and the global leader in autonomous unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). With more ocean miles and real-world operational experience than any USV manufacturer or operator, Saildrone maintains active, combat-deployed systems supporting national security and force projection around the world, 24/7/365.
Saildrone’s manufacturing and R&D headquarters are located in Alameda, CA, with business development and sales operations in Washington, DC, and deployment hubs in Europe and the Middle East. By combining proven autonomous operations, edge computing, advanced sensing, renewable power, and the most advanced and robust unmanned surface technology on the planet, Saildrone is shaping how the Navy of the future operates. Join a fast-moving, mission-driven team at the forefront of maritime security and autonomous innovation.
Saildrone is seeking a Senior Manager, Robotics Software Engineering to join our Software Engineering team. Reporting directly to the Director of Software Engineering, you will play a critical role in delivering the robotics software stack that powers our autonomous surface vehicles and ensuring roadmap execution aligns with both technical and business objectives. We are looking for a technical leader who creates clarity from ambiguity and brings a balance of hands-on technical expertise and team leadership to a fast-paced environment. This role begins as a 100% individual contributor to build deep system familiarity, eventually transitioning into a balanced split between technical contribution and team leadership.
This role is required to be onsite in Alameda, CA in the Bay Area 3 days per week - this is our hybrid model. This is not a remote position.
The Robotics Software Engineering team is responsible for the software systems that enable Saildrone’s autonomous fleet to operate in the most remote maritime environments on Earth. We are focused on delivering robust and scalable vehicle systems software to support global maritime domain awareness, operating in a national security and defense environment.
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At Saildrone, we’re building operational capability that matters—and that requires people who can do their best work over the long term. We invest in our team’s well-being, financial security, and professional growth so you can focus on delivering real-world impact with confidence and stability. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you and your family while you contribute to a mission with lasting significance.
Saildrone is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.