STAFF SOFTWARE ENGINEER, VESSEL PERFORMANCE MODELING

Sofar
Full-time
San Francisco, CA
$170,000 - $220,000
Posted on 3 months ago

Job Description

Develop on vessel performance modeling system using physics-based principles and data-driven techniques to improve understanding of vessel interaction with the ocean environment, enabling decarbonization, cost savings, and safer maritime navigation.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and engineer robust, scalable systems for modeling vessel performance
  • Set technical strategy and modeling direction
  • Lead the development of hybrid models
  • Ensure models are well-tested and production-ready
  • Mentor team members and establish best practices

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience building production-grade modeling or simulation systems
  • Strong programming skills in Python and a system level language such as C++ or Rust
  • Track record of designing and owning large-scale modeling pipelines
  • Skilled at balancing scientific rigor with practical engineering constraints
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A physics or natural sciences undergraduate experience or equivalent
  • Passionate about the ocean, sustainability, and making a tangible impact on climate and logistics

Benefits

  • No benefits