Staff Robotics Engineer, Maritime

Staff Robotics Engineer, Maritime | Quincy, MA, United States | Hybrid

We're hiring on behalf of a leading defense technology company that is transforming military capabilities with advanced technology and innovative business models. This organization is known for its rapid development and deployment of cutting-edge autonomous systems, AI, and computer vision within months, not years. Join a dynamic team focused on building the future of defense.

The Role

• Lead the design and delivery of vehicle perception and planning capabilities integrated into maritime autonomous systems.
• Drive the architecting, design, delivery, support, and evolution of safe and effective vehicle autonomy throughout the product life-cycle.
• Own customer success through the management of a multi-year software roadmap across multiple teams.
• Collaborate with external teams on interfacing requirements between diverse systems and technologies.
• Lead teams in architecting, designing, and implementing safe navigation, collision avoidance, and situational awareness systems.
• Perform high-impact individual contributor work across the entire perception and planning stack.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in C++ and/or Python software development.
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle hardware and sensors (radar, sonar, Lidar, cameras).
• Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of: computer vision, sensor fusion, SLAM, motion planning, machine learning.
• Experience in a senior perception or planning role for robotic system delivery.
• Ability to act as a technical owner for a system, managing roadmaps and coordinating teams.

What's On Offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful problems with real-world national strategic importance.
• Competitive salary range and equity grants.
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous time off, including a December holiday hiatus, and extensive family planning/parenting support.
• Professional development reimbursement and 24/7 mental health resources.

Apply via Haystack today!