Software Engineer - Maritime Autonomy (AUV/UUV)

What Impact You'll Have

GRVTY is seeking an experienced, motivated mid-level Software Engineer to join our innovative engineering team in Ventura, CA. This is an opportunity to develop and test systems for our groundbreaking Autonomous Undersea Vehicle (AUV) Family of Systems and advanced navigation technology. You will work alongside subsea domain experts to develop autonomy software for AUVs and advanced navigation products. You will join a team of dedicated engineers and scientists who are pushing the boundaries of maritime technology to deliver exceptional products and capabilities.

What You'll be Owning

• Design, implement, and maintain software in C++, C#
• Collaborate with systems, electrical, mechanical, and test engineers to define software requirements and interfaces
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis architecture, coding, testing, integration, and documentation
• Generate fully operational and tested code from design documents
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, cybersecurity practices, and configuration management processes
• Assist in integrating software with hardware systems, simulators, or lab testbeds
• Prepare technical documentation, including design descriptions, diagrams, interface control documents, and test plans
• Support field tests, demos, or deployment activities when required
• Lead/contributing author on reports/papers and presents work at meetings when appropriate
• Develops test plans/procedures and conducts testing for new developments as well as regression testing for existing software systems

What You Must Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
• Advanced experience in software engineering practices and principles as well as ability to apply them
• Experience with autonomous systems software solutions
• Experience with communication protocols: UART, SPI, I2C, RS-485, Ethernet, CAN bus
• Advanced experience in commonly used software development tools
• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines, CI/CD tools, and version control systems
• Ability to write clear, grammatically correct documents with logical structure and deep technical content
• Demonstrates excellence in technical discussions with internal and external collaborators
• Displays professionalism both in the workplace and in customer interactions
• U.S. Citizenship 

What Would be Nice to Have

• Experience with underwater vehicles, robotics, or maritime/defense systems
• Experience with software configuration management tools
• Active DoD clearance

Pay Range:  At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors-such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications. We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

• The pay range for this position is: $150,000.00 - $170,000.00

Pay Range:  At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors-such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.

We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

California Pay Range

$150,000—$170,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense-including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

•    Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision  
•    Health Savings Account with company contribution  
•    Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays  
•    Paid Parental Leave   
•    401k with generous company match  
•    Training and Development Opportunities  
•    Award Programs  
•    Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [email protected] or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.

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