Software Developer Level 2, SAS

Build your career with Kraken Robotics. Make a difference to others. If innovation drives you, and you want a career that makes a difference to the world, helping humanity overcome the challenges in our oceans – safely, efficiently, and sustainably –
then come join us at Kraken Robotics.

Kraken Robotics is currently seeking a Software Developer Level II, SAS to join our team in the United States. This position could be Remote, US or in one of our US Offices.

The Software Developer Level II, SAS will work on our real-time SAS platform. This is a high-impact role: as a Software Developer Level II you contribute to the design and development of software that enhances Kraken’s industry-leading SAS systems, used in mine detection and hydrographic surveying.

• Contribute to developing correct, reliable C++ code for Kraken’s real-time SAS systems, focusing on implementing features and improving existing components
• Collaborate with senior developers to review, discuss, and document architectural decisions, providing input and gaining exposure to higher-level design practices
• Work with the team technical manager and project manager to estimate tasks, plan future development and ensure delivery aligns with team milestones
• Offer guidance to more junior developers when needed, while continuing to develop your own technical expertise under mentorship from senior team members
• Work with the CI pipeline to ensure reliable builds, run automated tests, and support the creation of stable release candidates
• Occasionally support sea trials by assisting with testing and validating SAS system performance in real-world conditions

• Degree in computer engineering, computer science, software engineering or equivalent
• Strong proficiency in developing mission-critical C++ for embedded Linux
• Solid experience with CMake build systems, revision management systems and testing
• Excellent design standards as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently as part of a remote team in an agile environment
• Demonstrated understanding of software engineering fundamentals such as testing, continuous integration, data structures, and agile development best practices

• Previous experience developing software in the underwater robotics industry
• Experience with the Nvidia Jetson computing platform
• Experience with gRPC, containerization (e.g. docker), and service architectures
• Advanced understanding of data communications protocols and networking
• Practical experience in sonar operations or digital signal processing