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Deliver the Future of Maritime Autonomy

Whether you’re developing hardware to withstand the most demanding ocean environments, designing software that pushes the boundaries of autonomy, or building, deploying, or operating the world’s most capable USVs, Saildrone is not just preparing for the future—we’re delivering it, today.

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Headquartered in Alameda, CA, with an office in Washington, DC, and deployment hubs around the globe, Saildrone operates missions worldwide.

Join a fast-moving, mission-driven team at the intersection of AI, autonomy, and defense technology—where data turns into intelligence, and intelligence drives action.

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All Employees Enjoy a Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

We believe in the chance to take a break from the daily demands of the job and find time to rest, recharge, and spend time with family and friends. In addition to paid holidays and sick leave, we provide accrued PTO.

Health Coverage

Your well-being is our top priority. We offer comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision, to suit you and your dependent’s needs best.

Workplace Culture

We maintain a flat organizational structure where open communication with leadership is encouraged daily.

Paid Parental Leave

We recognize the need for parents to bond with new additions to their families. We provide paternity, parental, and adoption leave, as well as salary and daily benefits during leave, in accordance with the Danish rules.

Military Leave

We support employees who are members of our Armed Forces during active/reserve duty and mandatory training exercises with subsidized pay, making up the difference between the amount paid to the employee by the armed forces and their regular earnings for up to 12 weeks.

Sabbatical

Many Saildroners are in it for the long haul, and we appreciate it! Full-time employees who have worked here for five or more consecutive years are eligible to apply for sabbatical leave with job protection.

Professional Development

Learning is important to us, and we encourage our employees to increase skills relevant to their positions with an annual stipend to use towards courses, programs, and activities.

Pension Scheme

We offer an attractive pension scheme where the company contributes 10% of your salary. You will also have access to a pension broker who will help guide you and tailor the plan to your personal needs.

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Join Our Innovative Team Today

And help us further advance ocean exploration for a sustainable future.