The Software Engineer I serves as a core member of the Oceaneering Technologies (OTECH) group. Engineers are expected to learn OTECH processes and best engineering practices; and apply the knowledge towards growing a software engineering skill set. This role is key in implementing the bulk of the engineering work under the supervision of a software program lead.
OTECH produces and maintains unique underwater systems – typically for US Navy and other US Government Department of Defense customers. Our projects are all one-of-a-kind. Projects range from quick burn to lifecycle management of fielded systems. The ideal candidate for this position would have a zest for being thrown into new situations and have a knack for asking questions when guidance is needed, while capable of functioning independently when given clear instructions.
Responsibilities- Learn and apply the software development lifecycle.
- Write software at the CSU level.
- Write software that adheres to the defined software architecture.
- Actively interface with the software lead and team.
- Communicate independently and effectively with non-software teammates for issue resolution.
- Creation and maintenance of project CDRL’s. This includes requirements management, software documentation, unit testing, software safety testing, and software qualification testing.
- Support software testing on the factory floor, offsite, and offshore.
- Understand user requirements, concept of operations documents, and system requirements specifications.
- Prepare reports and present results to fellow team members.
- Schedules can be demanding throughout the year and occasional work outside normal working hours should be anticipated.
Essential Qualifications
- BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or related technical field. Commensurate experience will be considered.
- A strong interest in robotics and/or underwater robotics.
- Experience with the following programming languages: C, C++, C# and/or Java.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Government Department of Defense Security Clearance (active clearances preferred, but not prerequisite).
- Must be a US citizen.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with microprocessors and single-board computer (SBC) based control systems.
- Experience analyzing communication protocols including: UDP and multicast, TCP, serial protocols, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc.
- Experience with Python or other scripting languages.
- Experience with Linux OS and bare metal firmware.
- Experience with React, ROS, Qt, or Unity.
- Solid written and oral communications skills, including ability to effectively document, convey, and present engineering concepts and products to team members and customers.
Additional
- Additional duties as assigned.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Compensation $74,000.00 - $112,000.00
About UsOceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; commensurate experience may be considered.
- Strong interest in robotics and/or underwater robotics.
- Experience with C, C++, C#, and/or Java.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Government Department of Defense security clearance.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Experience with microprocessors and single-board computer-based control systems.
- Experience analyzing UDP, multicast, TCP, serial, SPI, I2C, CAN, and other communication protocols.
- Experience with Python or other scripting languages.
- Experience with Linux and bare metal firmware.
- Experience with React, ROS, Qt, or Unity.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including technical documentation and presentations.
Oceaneering Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Oceaneering and has not been reviewed or approved by Oceaneering.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are portrayed as comprehensive, including private medical insurance and broad medical, dental, and vision coverage tailored to local markets. In several contexts, coverage is characterized as good to outstanding.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include pension/retirement plans and a U.S. 401(k), which are consistently highlighted as part of a competitive package. These elements are described as contributing meaningful value to overall compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave programs include PTO/vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave, with annual leave emphasized globally. Time-off provisions are noted as a steady component of total rewards even when salary opinions differ.
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What We Do
Oceaneering pushes the frontiers of deep water, space and motion entertainment environments to execute with new, leading-edge connections to solve tomorrow’s challenges, today. As the trusted subsea connection specialist, our experience combined with the depth and breadth of our portfolio of technologies allows us to engineer solutions for the most complex subsea challenges. From routine to extreme, our integrated products, services, and innovative solutions safely de-risk operational systems, increase reliability, and enable a lower total cost of ownership. We are connecting what’s needed with what’s next as the world’s largest ROV operator and the leading ROV provider to the oil and gas industry with over 300 systems operating worldwide. With our safety-focused and innovative approach, we responsively and decisively react to subsea challenges while providing solutions swiftly and efficiently.







