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!