Senior Vehicle UI Software Developer

Seasats

Role: Senior Vehicle UI Software Developer Location: San Diego, CA (in-office) Salary Range: $160,000 - $210,000 + stock options, 401k matching, and other benefits Role Overview: The vehicle user interface team is responsible for building the command center for our ASVs -- the essential tool operators use to monitor and control every mission. Our operators and our customers rely on the vehicle interface to present complex vessel data clearly and intuitively, whether they’re navigating through crowded harbors or operating with limited communication hundreds of miles offshore. As part of the team, you’ll build a deep understanding of our ASVs’ capabilities, the vision behind them, and the realities that operators experience when using them. Armed with this knowledge, you’ll work to design and implement an interface that presents complex vessel data clearly and intuitively, and also feels natural to experienced operators and first-time operators alike. You’ll collaborate closely with roboticists, test engineers, and field operators to ensure what you build works in both theory and practice. Role Details: As a senior member of the team, you'll help guide the technical direction of the team and elevate software engineering practices across our company. On a day-by-day basis, you will: Build and maintain high-performance code in JavaScript/React to command and monitor our fleetSpend time mentoring teammates and collaborating to shape the team's technical pathConnect with operators and make the occasional trip to the local launch points to deepen your understanding of issues and use casesCollaborate with the team to implement or refine features based on real-world feedbackImprove and extend testing, deployment, and monitoring infrastructureSee your code come to life every time a boat goes on the water This is an excellent opportunity to do high impact work, see your code go into live field robotics applications, and join a fun and hard-working team on the cutting edge of ocean autonomy. About You: 5+ years of object-oriented web software development experience with a focus on browser-based technology (JavaScript, React, CSS, HTML)Proven experience iterating on large-codebase apps for mobile and desktop platformsA command of software engineering principles — including testing, deployment, and performance tuningExcellent leadership, collaboration, and teamwork skillsAbility to obtain a security clearance (U.S. Citizenship may be required) In addition, it’s nice (though not essential) if you have: Experience with real-time data, control systems, or physical robotics platformsBackground in maritime systems or mission control environmentsFamiliarity with mapping APIs (e.g., Leaflet, Cesium, etc.)Proficiency working with databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, time-series databases)Experience with data visualization or telemetry dashboards About Seasats: At Seasats, we're passionate about delivering maritime robotics solutions to redefine the maritime industry. Our primary products are autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs), designed to carry sensors at sea for months at a time. Our ASVs provide persistent monitoring and data acquisition to defense, scientific, and commercial customers, and have autonomously crossed both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. After thousands of years in which the only way to gather information from the ocean was to put people on a boat, these uncrewed vessels are transforming how humanity monitors and interacts with the ocean. Here, you’ll find the space and opportunity to do your life’s best work. Along with your salary, you’ll receive perks including: Stock optionsCompetitive insurance (including a 99% employer-covered Gold HMO plan or other options)401k matching up to 4% of salaryFour free lunches per weekAn employee activity fundA pet-friendly officeUnlimited/Flex PTO Hiring Notes: When applying, you’ll be asked to provide a resume and answer a few screening questions. Please note that we are currently unable to sponsor employment visas, so candidates must be independently authorized to work in the United States. We appreciate diverse perspectives and life experiences, and we’re committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds. Seasats provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination of any type based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. We look forward to reviewing your application!

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Senior Vehicle UI Software Developer

Seasats

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About this role

Role: Senior Vehicle UI Software Developer

Location: San Diego, CA (in-office)

Salary Range: $160,000 - $210,000 + stock options, 401k matching, and other benefits

Role Overview:

The vehicle user interface team is responsible for building the command center for our ASVs -- the essential tool operators use to monitor and control every mission. Our operators and our customers rely on the vehicle interface to present complex vessel data clearly and intuitively, whether they’re navigating through crowded harbors or operating with limited communication hundreds of miles offshore.

As part of the team, you’ll build a deep understanding of our ASVs’ capabilities, the vision behind them, and the realities that operators experience when using them. Armed with this knowledge, you’ll work to design and implement an interface that presents complex vessel data clearly and intuitively, and also feels natural to experienced operators and first-time operators alike. You’ll collaborate closely with roboticists, test engineers, and field operators to ensure what you build works in both theory and practice.

Role Details:

As a senior member of the team, you'll help guide the technical direction of the team and elevate software engineering practices across our company.

On a day-by-day basis, you will:

Build and maintain high-performance code in JavaScript/React to command and monitor our fleetSpend time mentoring teammates and collaborating to shape the team's technical pathConnect with operators and make the occasional trip to the local launch points to deepen your understanding of issues and use casesCollaborate with the team to implement or refine features based on real-world feedbackImprove and extend testing, deployment, and monitoring infrastructureSee your code come to life every time a boat goes on the water This is an excellent opportunity to do high impact work, see your code go into live field robotics applications, and join a fun and hard-working team on the cutting edge of ocean autonomy.

About You:

5+ years of object-oriented web software development experience with a focus on browser-based technology (JavaScript, React, CSS, HTML)Proven experience iterating on large-codebase apps for mobile and desktop platformsA command of software engineering principles — including testing, deployment, and performance tuningExcellent leadership, collaboration, and teamwork skillsAbility to obtain a security clearance (U.S. Citizenship may be required) In addition, it’s nice (though not essential) if you have:

Experience with real-time data, control systems, or physical robotics platformsBackground in maritime systems or mission control environmentsFamiliarity with mapping APIs (e.g., Leaflet, Cesium, etc.)Proficiency working with databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, time-series databases)Experience with data visualization or telemetry dashboards About Seasats:

At Seasats, we're passionate about delivering maritime robotics solutions to redefine the maritime industry. Our primary products are autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs), designed to carry sensors at sea for months at a time. Our ASVs provide persistent monitoring and data acquisition to defense, scientific, and commercial customers, and have autonomously crossed both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans.

After thousands of years in which the only way to gather information from the ocean was to put people on a boat, these uncrewed vessels are transforming how humanity monitors and interacts with the ocean. Here, you’ll find the space and opportunity to do your life’s best work.

Along with your salary, you’ll receive perks including:

Stock optionsCompetitive insurance (including a 99% employer-covered Gold HMO plan or other options)401k matching up to 4% of salaryFour free lunches per weekAn employee activity fundA pet-friendly officeUnlimited/Flex PTO Hiring Notes:

When applying, you’ll be asked to provide a resume and answer a few screening questions.

Please note that we are currently unable to sponsor employment visas, so candidates must be independently authorized to work in the United States.

We appreciate diverse perspectives and life experiences, and we’re committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds. Seasats provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination of any type based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

About the Company

Seasats is focused on developing advanced autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs) and their user interfaces.

Key Highlights

  • Salary range of $160,000 - $210,000 plus stock options
  • In-office position in San Diego with a hybrid work model
  • Opportunity to design intuitive interfaces for complex vessel data
  • Engage directly with operators to enhance user experience
  • Comprehensive benefits including 401k matching

💡 Honest Take: This position offers a strong salary and benefits, but candidates should be prepared for the challenges of developing critical user interfaces in demanding operational environments.

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