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THE COMPANY Saildrone is a maritime defense company and the global leader in autonomous unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). With more ocean miles and real-world operational experience than any USV manufacturer or operator, Saildrone maintains active, combat-deployed systems supporting national security and force projection around the world, 24/7/365. Saildrone’s manufacturing and R&D headquarters are located in Alameda, CA, with business development and sales operations in Washington, DC, and deployment hubs in Europe and the Middle East. By combining proven autonomous operations, edge computing, advanced sensing, renewable power, and the most advanced and robust unmanned surface technology on the planet, Saildrone is shaping how the Navy of the future operates. Join a fast-moving, mission-driven team at the forefront of maritime security and autonomous innovation. Saildrone – Future Opportunities & General Application Location: Alameda, CA Don’t see the perfect role open right now? Apply here! At Saildrone, we are always growing, innovating, and looking for exceptional talent to join our mission. Even if your dream role isn't listed on our careers page today, we want to know who you are, what you are passionate about, and how you want to make an impact. By submitting a general application, you aren't just sending your resume into a black hole—you are joining our exclusive Talent Community. Our recruiting team reviews this pipeline first whenever a new role opens up. What We Look For While we hire for a wide variety of skill sets across tech, business, operations, and creative teams, every successful team member at Saildrone shares a few core traits: - Mission-Driven: You are genuinely excited about our industry and what we are building. - Adaptable: You thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and enjoy solving complex problems. - Collaborative: You believe that the best work is done through open communication, diverse perspectives, and strong teamwork. - Growth Mindset: You are constantly looking for ways to learn, improve, and elevate those around you. How the Process Works - Submit Your Info: Fill out our brief application form below and upload your resume. - Join Our Pipeline: Your profile will be added to our active candidate database. - The Matching Game: Our talent team will evaluate your background against our roadmap. If a role opens up that aligns with your expertise, we will reach out to schedule an introductory call. - Stay Connected: In the meantime, we will keep you in mind for future quarters as our team scales. Tell Us More! To help us match you with the right team faster, please use the optional message cover letter box to let us know: - What department or type of work excites you most (e.g., Engineering, Sales, Product, Marketing, Customer Success)? - What your ideal next career move looks like. - Why you want to bring your talents to Saildrone. We appreciate your interest in building the future with us. We will be in touch the moment a matching position becomes available! To view Saildrone's candidate privacy policy, please visit: https://www.saildrone.com/privacy-policy. BENEFITS At Saildrone, we’re building operational capability that matters—and that requires people who can do their best work over the long term. We invest in our team’s well-being, financial security, and professional growth so you can focus on delivering real-world impact with confidence and stability. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you and your family while you contribute to a mission with lasting significance. - Generous Time Off: Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual plus a robust annual holiday schedule and paid sick leave ensure you can rest, reset, and sustain performance over time. - Comprehensive Health Coverage: Premium, multi-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with significant company contributions for employees and dependents—providing security and peace of mind. - Shared Ownership in the Mission: Equity grants are a core part of our compensation, allowing you to participate in the long-term value you help create through meaningful, operational work. - Retirement Savings: Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with flexible pre-tax and Roth payroll contribution options supports long-term financial planning. - Investment in Your Growth: We support your continuous learning through an annual professional development reimbursement program, empowering you to sharpen your skills and stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving field. - Relocation Support: For eligible roles, we offer relocation assistance to help bring the world’s best talent to our mission-critical locations. Saildrone is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.