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Seneca

Software Engineer (Embedded)

Seneca, Sausalito, California, us, 94966

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Overview We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and integration of software systems for autonomous aerial suppression. You’ll work cross‑functionally with hardware engineers and other team members to deliver robust and reliable solutions for firefighters.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

3–5+ years of professional experience in embedded software design and development

Demonstrated competency in Object Oriented Programming with experience in multi‑layered system architecture

Strong proficiency in C++ and Python for embedded and robotics applications

Hands‑on experience with ROS/ROS2 and real‑time operating systems

Solid understanding of computer vision techniques (OpenCV, SLAM, or related)

Experience with hardware/software integration and low‑level drivers

Excellent problem‑solving, debugging, and communication skills

Preferred (but not required)

Background in aerospace, UAVs, or safety‑critical systems

Experience with physics‑based simulation engines (e.g., Gazebo, Unity, Mujoco) and NVIDIA Jetson embedded computers

Familiarity with AI‑driven perception, planning, or decision‑making algorithms

Benefits

Competitive Salary – Reflective of your skills and experience

Equity Compensation – Be a part‑owner in the company's future

Comprehensive Health Coverage – Including medical, dental, and vision plans

Health Savings Account (HSA) – Optional pre‑tax savings for medical expenses

Unlimited PTO – Flexible time off to recharge, plus paid company holidays

About Us Seneca is eliminating the $1 trillion threat of wildfire across 500 million acres with AI‑powered autonomous drone systems. Imagine a world where firefighters can respond to a blaze in

under 6 minutes

using autonomous suppression technology. That's the world Seneca is building. We’re combining the deep expertise of

seasoned fire professionals

with the innovation of

billion‑dollar technology builders

to create advanced systems that save lives, property, and natural resources.

This is more than a job—it's a mission to transform safety across 500 million acres. Whatever your background, if you’re a builder, an innovator, or a problem‑solver,

you belong here.

Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply — you may still be the right fit for our team.

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