Staff Embedded Software Engineer
Saildrone · Alameda, California, United States
Posted about 3 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days Saildrone's roles stay open a median of 82 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Saildrone's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Saildrone
- high 26 stale, 4 reposted of 26 open
- Hiring momentum
- 33 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Saildrone's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Saildrone.
About this role
As a Staff Embedded Software Engineer at Saildrone, you will lead the design, implementation, and validation of firmware and embedded systems for autonomous unmanned surface vehicles. Your role involves working with real-time operating systems, low-level drivers, and integrating various sensors and communication devices to ensure reliable autonomous navigation. You will also mentor team members and establish design standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless vehicle integration.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Saildrone as an employer.
What you need
- Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience designing embedded systems and firmware for complex, high-reliability products
- Deep expertise in developing C/C++ for both real-time operating systems and bare-metal applications
- Significant experience working with embedded microcontrollers and their corresponding toolchains
- Proven proficiency in low-level driver development and board bring-up
- Working knowledge of sensors, actuators, and control systems as they apply to industrial robotics or vehicle applications
What you get
- Generous Time Off: Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual plus a robust annual holiday schedule and paid sick leave
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Premium, multi-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with significant company contributions
- Shared Ownership in the Mission: Equity grants as part of compensation
- Retirement Savings: Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with flexible contribution options
- Investment in Your Growth: Annual professional development reimbursement program
- Relocation Support: Assistance for eligible roles
Worth weighing
- Onsite requirement of 3 days per week in Alameda, CA
- Base salary range provided but actual compensation may vary based on skills and experience
Summarised from Saildrone's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Saildrone on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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