Software Developer Level 2, SAS

NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITY

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 2, SAS to join our team in one of our Global offices, or work remotely.

The Software Developer Level 2, 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.

Roles and Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications and Experience

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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