Autonomy Software Engineer

Full Time

Alameda, CA

About Us

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Navier is building the boat of the future! We are a fast-growing startup in the maritime space led by MIT engineers with a passion for boating and electric transportation. Our DNA is one part maritime, one part Silicon Valley tech, and one part aerospace. Our first product, the Navier 30, is an electric hydrofoil boat that flies above the surface of the water. It is more than 10 times as efficient as a gas boat its size, and it boasts the longest range of any electric boat on the market.

‍ Job Description

Navier is seeking a senior autonomy software engineer to join our team and lead the development of autonomy for the mobility-focused variant of Navier's all-electric hydrofoil boats.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and refine Navier's autonomous docking system.
• Develop key technologies for marine autonomy such as on-water perception, robust localization in marinas, abiding by marine navigation rules, etc.
• Select sensors appropriate for the marine environment and integrate them into our vessel.
• Grow and lead Navier's autonomy software team.

Required Skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering (or equivalent) and at least 2 years of experience working on autonomy in real-world applications or relevant master's \ PhD degree
• Significant knowledge of all levels of an autonomy stack (localization, perception, planning & controls)
• Experience with optimal control techniques: iLQR, MPPI, etc.
• Strong C++ and Python skills
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work in a fast pace environment
• This role is not open for visa sponsorship

Highly Desired:

• Experience with ROS2.
• Knowledge of aero/hydrodynamics.
• Experienced and passionate boater

Submit your resume and a few lines about why you are interested in the role to [jobs@navierboat.com](mailto: jobs@navierboat.com?subject=Job%20Application).