Overland AI

Overland AI

Forward Deployed Software Engineer

Seattle, WA · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$240kDetected 148 days ago
PythonDistributed SystemsLinuxMachine LearningCybersecurityRoboticsSensorsResearch

About the role

  • Our OverDrive autonomy stack enables ground vehicles to navigate and operate off-road in any terrain without GPS or direct operator control.
  • Overland AI has secured funding from prominent defense tech investors including 8VC and Point 72, and built trusted partnerships with DARPA, the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command.
  • Deploy and Field-Test Systems: Deploy, configure, and evaluate autonomy software on uncrewed ground vehicles in real-world environments.

Responsibilities

  • Work directly on vehicles alongside hardware engineers to diagnose failures and implement practical fixes to keep systems operational.
  • Develop and Iterate: Contribute to autonomy, perception, and system-level software development.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Partner closely with hardware engineers, autonomy engineers, product, and program managers to ensure seamless deployment and alignment with mission and end-user needs.
  • Document and Analyze: Maintain clear documentation of field performance, bugs, and lessons learned.
  • Support operational readiness before and during deployments.
  • Partner closely with hardware engineers, autonomy engineers, product, and program managers to ensure seamless deployment and alignment with mission and end-user needs.
  • Maintain clear documentation of field performance, bugs, and lessons learned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or 5-8 years of equivalent professional experience.
  • Strong software engineering fundamentals with experience deploying systems beyond the lab.
  • Proficiency in Python and/or C++.
  • Experience working in Linux-based environments, including debugging software in the field.
  • Familiarity with robotics and autonomous systems (e.g., ROS, autonomy stacks, distributed systems).
  • Experience integrating software with real-world hardware systems (sensors, compute, networking).
  • Comfort debugging complex, system-level issues involving software, hardware, and networking.
  • Experience deploying software in defense technology, deep tech, robotics, or startup environments.
  • Desired Experience & Qualifications: Strong software engineering fundamentals with experience deploying systems beyond the lab.

Compensation

  • $120k-$240k

Benefits

  • The salary range for this position is $120K to $240K annually Equity compensation Best-in-class healthcare, dental and vision plans
  • The company leverages over a decade of advanced research in robotics and machine learning, as well as a field-test forward ethos, to deliver combined capabilities for unit commanders.

Company info

  • This position is located in Seattle, WA.
  • When not traveling, you will be based out of our Seattle headquarters.
  • Frequent, extended travel is expected (>50%), including time at test sites, customer locations, and operational events, both CONUS and OCONUS.
  • Overland AI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
  • This position may involve access to export-controlled technology.
  • Employment is contingent on the ability to comply with U.S. export control laws.
  • Overland AI provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during the application process.
  • Please contact [peopleops@overland.ai ] to request an accommodation.
  • About Overland AI Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Overland AI is transforming land operations for modern defense.
  • Our intuitive OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precise coordination capabilities essential for mission success.
  • Backed by eight-figure contracts across the Department of Defense, we are strengthening national security by iterating closely with end users engaged in tactical operations.
  • We are looking for a field-forward, Software Engineer to deploy, operate, sustain, and iterate on autonomous ground-vehicle software systems in real operational environments.
  • This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of software development and field operations, is comfortable debugging systems live on vehicles, and enjoys working directly with end users to deliver mission-ready autonomy.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • DoD security clearance
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