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# Vehicle Software Engineer at Saildrone

Department: Software

Compensation

$144,500 – $322,742/yr

**Location**
: Alameda, California

**Level**
: not_specified

**Posted**
: Sep 21, 2026

## Description

Saildrone is hiring a Vehicle Software Engineer to develop and maintain production C++ software for autonomous unmanned surface vehicles. The role integrates sensors, power, battery-management, propulsion, and other vehicle control systems; supports configuration, deployment, upgrades, and fleet migration; and performs field troubleshooting using telemetry, logs, and testing. Candidates need strong C++ systems experience, software-hardware integration skills, and experience debugging and deploying software on physical products. The position offers a base salary of $144,500 to $322,742 USD, along with medical, dental, vision, equity, retirement, professional development, and relocation benefits.

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