Design and implement distributed services, communication frameworks, and data pipelines supporting autonomous operations.
Participate in architecture discussions and technical decision-making across software and systems domains.
Support testing, validation, deployment, and troubleshooting of software in both laboratory and field environments.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes, tooling, and development practices.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
Strong proficiency in one or more of
C++
Python
Rust
Go
Experience developing software for systems that interact with physical hardware.
Strong understanding of Linux-based development environments.
Experience with software architecture, debugging, testing, and performance optimization.
Experience working on complex distributed, real-time, embedded, robotics, autonomy, aerospace, defense, maritime, automotive, industrial automation, or similar systems.
Ability to operate effectively in cross-functional engineering environments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with embedded Linux, RTOS, device drivers, or hardware communication protocols.
Experience with robotics, autonomous systems, UAVs, UGVs, USVs, or maritime platforms.
Experience with networking, distributed systems, middleware, or communication frameworks.
Experience with cloud infrastructure, backend services, and deployment pipelines.
Familiarity with ROS/ROS2 or similar robotics frameworks.
Experience integrating software with sensors, controls, or electromechanical systems.
Experience supporting field testing and operational deployments.
Exposure to defense, aerospace, maritime, or other mission-critical environments.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Successful candidates may come from a variety of backgrounds, including:
Systems Software Engineering
Robotics Engineering
Autonomous Systems Engineering
Embedded Software Engineering
Platform Engineering
Infrastructure Engineering
Backend Software Engineering
Aerospace or Defense Software Development
The common thread is a demonstrated ability to build software that interacts with and enables complex hardware systems in real-world environments.
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).
If this role is based in the United States, it 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) https://www.govinfo.gov/link/uscode/8/1324b.
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
