Perception and Autonomy Engineer
At a glance
Mid-level Machine Learning Engineering role at Saronic Technologies. Austin · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $142,875–$228,150 across the United States.
Saronic Technologies has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Build the algorithms and models that help autonomous boats perceive their surroundings and navigate
- Create measures to track gains and setbacks in boat performance
- Use large data systems to support model training and assess model results
What you bring
- Strong programming skills and a record of working on large software systems
- A working grasp of operating systems or comparable systems, plus basic computer architecture
- Willingness to learn and adjust your approach as new information emerges
Who this fits
This mid-level role is based on-site in Austin and focuses on perception for autonomous surface vessels. U.S.-based work requires U.S. Person status under the stated export-control rules.
From the employer
Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
Job Overview
We are seeking a Perception Engineer to play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing perception systems for our autonomous surface vessels. Our team is laser focused on making boats go and perform tasks with no human involvement. This job is available at multiple levels, including entry, senior, and staff.
Responsibilities:
Develop algorithms and models which allow boats to sense and navigate
Develop metrics which allow quantitative analysis of improvements and regressions in boat performance
Analyze and work with large data systems to enable model training and evaluation
Requirements:
Strong programming fundamentals
Extensive programming experience and demonstrated ability to work on large systems
Computing Fundamentals
A general understanding of operating systems and or similar large scale systems
An understanding of basic computer architecture
A demonstrated willingness to learn and pivot based on new information
Useful Skills:
Familiarity with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Understanding of various filters and their applications
Proficiency in Rust
Experience with maritime or autonomous vehicle projects
Experience with signals processing or sensor fusion
Experience with low latency inference and tracking pipelines
Experience with path planning algorithms
Experience training and deploying multi modal models
Experience with various sensors including radar, cameras, and lidar
Experience developing and optimizing deployed ML systems
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)
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
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).
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.