Skills

Test Networking Research Linux Machine Learning Autonomy C++ Robotics

Job Specifications

About Overland AI: 

Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Overland AI is transforming land operations for modern defense. 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. Our OverDrive autonomy stack enables ground vehicles to navigate and operate off-road in any terrain without GPS or direct operator control. Our intuitive OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precise coordination capabilities essential for mission success.

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. 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 experts in embedded and Linux-based systems for robotics to develop and manage interfaces to sensors and actuation on aggressive off-road autonomous vehicles.

In this role, you will:

Bring up new autonomy platforms from initial boot up to autonomy-ready.
Build, configure, and deploy Linux systems for high performance autonomy.
Develop and deploy drivers for sensors (cameras, LIDARs, etc.) and drive-by-wire systems on autonomous ground vehicles.

Qualifications

Strong technical background: BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar with 4+ years industry experience.
Extensive experience deploying software in a Linux environment, including familiarity with the Linux networking stack and a variety of Linux distributions.
Experience working with robotic systems.
Field-test forward: You are passionate about building systems that work in the real world: despite rain, snow, and mud.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Security Clearance.
Ability to relocate to Seattle, WA.

Nice to have

Experience with data protocols such as RS 232, CAN, SPI, and I2C.
Experience with drive-by-wire systems
Deep technical expertise in sensors such as cameras and LIDARs.
High-performance, low latency, and/or realtime C / C++ development.
Experience building Linux kernels and tinkering with low level device drivers.
Experience with safety critical software.
Experience with time synchronization protocols such as NTP and PTP.

Benefits

Overland AI believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day.

The salary range for this position is $140K to $300K annually
Equity compensation
Best-in-class healthcare, dental and vision plans.
Unlimited PTO
401k with company match
Parental leave

About the Company

Ground combat is defined by unforgiving terrain, harsh conditions, and split-second decisions. At Overland AI, we enhance ground power while protecting lives. Our OverDrive autonomy stack enables ground vehicles to navigate off-road without GPS or direct operator control, while our OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precisely coordinated capabilities that are vital for complex missions on the modern battlefield. Overland AI is developing these capabilities and putting them into the hands of tactical operators to... Know more