Seneca

Senior Software Engineer

Sausalito, CA

Full-time

About This Job

About Us:

Our mission is to eliminate the threat of wildfires across 500 million acres in the U.S. and allied nations. We’re building advanced technology that supports firefighters in the field—especially in use cases that were previously unsafe, inefficient, or impossible. Our founding team is comprised of seasoned fire professionals and technology entrepreneurs who have built companies worth billions of dollars.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer with 5-8+ years of experience 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:

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

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5-8+ years of professional experience in software design and development

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Experience with native application development or frontend frameworks

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Proficiency in Python and additional programming languages

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Solid understanding of robotics systems and/or embedded software environments

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Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

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Proven ability to define product vision and technical direction, driving projects from concept to deployment

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Strong leadership skills with a track record of aligning cross-functional teams around a common goal and delivering impactful results

Preferred (but not required):

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Master’s Degree or PhD in relevant field

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Experience in aviation, aerospace, or UAV systems

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Experience designing and building autonomous systems or AI-driven applications, with an understanding of perception, planning, or decision-making algorithms

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.

Benefits:

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Competitive Salary – Reflective of your skills and experience

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

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

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

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