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$200,000.00/yr - $280,000.00/yr
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VP of Software Engineering | Commercial Maritime | Stealth Mode | LA Onsite
Berkley Hunt is partnering with an early‑stage, high‑growth startup that is reimagining maritime logistics and next‑generation marine connectivity. The company is building breakthrough embedded systems, operator platforms, and edge‑AI technologies that reshape how vessels operate, communicate, and make decisions across global shipping networks. Their mission is to deliver smarter, safer, and more efficient vessel operations in environments where reliability, intelligence, and innovation matter.
We are seeking a VP of Software Engineering to lead, architect, and scale the core software stack that powers the company’s edge‑computing systems, operator platforms, and real‑time maritime AI capabilities. This is a hands‑on executive role where technical leadership, rapid learning, and the ability to ship high‑quality systems matter more than experience with any specific framework.
Who You Are:
Extensive professional experience leading software engineering teams across embedded systems, real‑time applications, or edge‑AI platforms
Strong background in embedded/real‑time development, sensor integration, vehicle software, or GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Control)
Proficient with modern software development for distributed or mission‑critical systems, with a willingness to dive into new technologies quickly
Experience building high‑performance operator‑facing UIs/platforms similar to complex technical systems (e.g., Foundry, Lattice OS)
Familiarity with RF systems or wireless communications in constrained or ruggedized environments
Comfortable navigating early‑stage ambiguity, owning major architectural decisions, and setting technical direction for long‑term scale
Startup mindset: thrive in fast‑moving environments, take ownership, and enjoy solving complex, multidisciplinary problems
Responsibilities:
Architect, design, and lead development of the core platform spanning embedded systems, edge AI, UI/operator interfaces, and real‑time vessel software
Oversee sensor integration pipelines, vehicle data capture, and onboard system interoperability
Lead development of algorithms supporting vessel maneuvering, autonomy, and real‑time operational decision‑making
Guide the creation of user interfaces that enable seamless vessel operations and situational awareness
Drive development of RF‑based systems enabling secure vessel‑to‑vessel and vessel‑to‑shore communication
Collaborate closely with founders, AI/ML engineers, and maritime domain experts to shape technical and product strategy
Establish engineering best practices, reliability standards, and long‑term technical roadmaps as the team grows
Mentor future engineering hires and build a high‑performing technical organization from the ground up
Bonus Qualifications:
Previous experience in early‑stage startups, robotics, aerospace, defense, maritime systems, or other autonomy‑driven domains
Exposure to CI/CD, DevOps, or infrastructure for real‑time or embedded environments
Experience with edge‑AI deployments, IoT systems, or integrating machine‑learning models into operational environments
Open‑source contributions or experience building developer‑focused tooling for technical operators
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