Mission Operations Engineer - UK

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionising autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms for government and non-government customers. This role is likely to be based in the South West of the UK, but exact location will be advised.

Role Overview:

Mission Operations Engineers support hands-on deployment of our autonomous service vessels. This role requires frequent testing on the water, troubleshooting to optimise our autonomous systems, and application of software engineering to support projects and/or programs. You are able to meet deadlines and achieve desired outcomes as both an individual contributor and as a part of your team.

Projects are defined as work that ends with the delivery of an expected outcome or end date, e.g., implementing a new communications capability for a customer on a vessel. Programs are defined as longer, less terminal workstreams such as ongoing product improvement and development roadmaps, e.g., supporting the ongoing development and testing of a vessel such as Corsair.

You will be a key part of a rapidly growing team. In the wake of our success in the United States, this is an opportunity to build an organisation from first principles to leave a lasting impact in the United Kingdom and the broader region.

Responsibilities:

• How you support the team:
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to make progress toward goals.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, promoting open communication, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, including technical expertise, problem-solving assistance, and advice.
• How you support the mission:
• Develop, test, and maintain software for autonomous surface vessels using C++ and Rust in a Linux environment.
• Deploy and monitor ASV systems in real-world scenarios on water, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Diagnose and resolve software and hardware issues in the field, implementing solutions to enhance system robustness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, data scientists, and maritime experts, to integrate and refine ASV capabilities.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of software updates and new features in both simulated and real-world conditions.
• Document technical processes, findings, and best practices to contribute to the knowledge base of the team.
• Remain current with advancements in autonomous systems, software development, and maritime technologies to continuously improve solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in software development, with a focus on C++ and Rust in a Linux environment.
• Experience working with embedded systems and real-time computing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in challenging field conditions.
• Familiarity with maritime operations and autonomous systems is a plus.
• Experience with robotics, AI, or machine learning applications is a plus.
• Knowledge of networking protocols and communication systems used in autonomous vessels.
• Understanding of government requirements and standards for autonomous systems.
• Experience with sensor integration and data processing in maritime environments is a plus.
• Job requires up to 100% travel.
• Able to certify as “fit for work” by demonstrating ability to swim and tread water, lift up to 25 kgs, and spend extended time periods on the water.

Benefits:

• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success.
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive private health insurance.
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays.
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents.