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in Boston, MA
Senior Software Engineer, Robotics & Controls
Estimated Pay | $64 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
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Job Description
Sea Machines is a fast-growing startup specializing in autonomous technology for marine vessels. We are passionate about applying practical A.I. to the massive global ocean transportation market. Our products provide ships and workboats the intelligence to work remotely and give maritime operators the tools to effectively communicate with them. Based in Boston and operating globally, the company is crewed by an experienced team of mariners, engineers, coders, and autonomy scientists.
Sea Machines is venture-funded and we’ve introduced our first product, the Sea Machines 300. We have just made history with our Machine Odyssey voyage in which our intrepid tug the Nellie Bly accomplished a 1000 Nautical Mile autonomous journey! We are also partnering with Rolls Royce on Smart Ship and Autonomous Ship Control Solutions. Right now is a great time to join this amazing company and be a part of revolutionizing the marine industry with technology!
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Automation & Controls to join our Engineering Team in developing and deploying a growing product line of autonomous, situationally aware, and remotely operable marine control systems. This position will also collaborate with our autonomy team and perception teams to design industry leading control strategies.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Design and evaluate control algorithms for marine surface vehicles in simulated and real-world test environments.
- Design and implement control systems for our autonomous systems.
- Develop tuning and commissioning aids for use by our field engineers and technicians.
- Work cross-functionally with our software development and product teams to understand market requirements and provide solutions.
- Maintain software documentation and support field operations team with provisioning and commissioning.
- Participate in on-water testing.
Qualifications and Skills
- BS or higher in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Robotics, or another related technical field.
- 3+ years of experience in control systems development.
- Expertise in control theory, including topics such as state estimation, model-based control, and stability analysis
- Experience with mathematical modeling, path planning, and control of mobile robots.
- Experience with developing autonomy software and robotics.
- Experience writing algorithms in Python and/or C++
- Experience with modern CI/CD workflows and Agile software development methodology.
- Experience with embedded control systems (embedded Linux, microcontrollers, PLC) is a plus.
- Knowledge of TCP/IP networking and communications systems is a plus.
- Knowledge of control buses (CAN, RS422) is a plus.
- Experience collaborating with other functional teams to define requirements and goals.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and convincingly.
- Comfortable with a fast-paced development schedule
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
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