Underwater communication is one of the hardest wireless problems on Earth. Radio waves attenuate quickly underwater, so our systems use sound, much like whales and dolphins, to transmit high-bandwidth data, including video. We are looking for engineers excited by challenging embedded DSP problems where algorithms, firmware, electronics, mechanics, and real-world operating conditions all have to work together.
This is a high-ownership role on a small, quickly growing team. You will not be one engineer among hundreds working on a narrow subsystem; you will have direct visibility into the full product, from modem firmware and acoustic signal processing to undersea drones and customer deployments.
What You Will Do- Develop and maintain real-time embedded C/C++ code, including for core components of OceanComm's acoustic modem firmware, owning features from concept through deployment
- Implement, optimize, and validate advanced acoustic signal processing algorithms
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, systems, and field teams to define interfaces and verify system performance
- Develop tests, tools, and procedures for firmware validation, hardware bring-up, production test, troubleshooting, and repair
- Keep up to date with emerging technologies and research in relevant fields to help inform engineering and design decisions
- Help improve engineering culture, communication, and technical standards as the team grows
Requirements- B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline, with 0-5 years of relevant experience
- Strong C/C++ skills and familiarity with assembly-level debugging/optimization
- Strong foundation in linear algebra and digital signal processing, including filters and transforms
- Experience drafting technical documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to travel, with occasional periods up to 20% depending on project phase
- U.S. Person
What Will Put You Ahead- Experience deploying DSP and/or machine-learning algorithms on resource-constrained embedded platforms
- Familiarity with FPGA development and hardware description languages such as VHDL
- Experience with analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits, e.g., low-noise amplifiers, analog-to-digital converters, and analog front ends
- Familiarity with sonar and/or undersea technology
Benefits- Competitive base salary and incentive stock options
- Paid vacation starting at 20 days per year, increasing with tenure
- Paid sick leave with carryover
- Flexible schedule with core hours
- Close mentorship and training from experienced engineers and technical leaders
- Professional development support for conferences, books, courses, or technical training
- Hands-on work with advanced acoustic, embedded, and undersea robotics hardware
CompensationThe pay range for this position is $90,000 - $150,000 per year. Actual pay will depend on the candidate's experience and skill demonstrated during interviews and other evaluations.
