Compute Platform Lead
Merlin Labs
About this role
Merlin is a venture-backed aerospace startup developing an autonomous flying system with a focus on scalable, reliable compute platforms that support complex, mission-critical systems for autonomous flight. The role involves defining and leading infrastructure projects that enable rapid development and safe deployment of autonomous systems.
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About Merlin Labs
merlinlabs.comIndustry
Transportation
Merlin Labs develops safety‑critical autonomy software for commercial and cargo aviation, enabling aircraft to fly with reduced pilot intervention while meeting certification requirements. Their core offering is a deterministic, safety‑focused autonomy platform and assurance toolset that integrates with aircraft systems, sensors, and flight controls to support automated flight planning, detect-and-respond behaviors, and fault management. Merlin partners with OEMs, operators, and regulators to validate and certify autonomous capabilities, aiming to improve operational safety, lower operating costs, and enable new commercial use cases for air vehicles.
Recent company news
TipRanksShareholders Approve Merlin Labs Business Combination and Domestication
3 hours ago
Cobb CourierMerlin Labs completes preliminary design review for C-130J autonomy program
6 days ago
Business WireMerlin Labs to Host Investor & Analyst Webinar on March 3, 2026
3 weeks ago
MassLive.comMassachusetts startup developing AI copilots for military aircraft to go public
Jan 6, 2026
Breaking DefenseAI flight software maker Merlin set to go public
Aug 15, 2025
About Merlin Labs
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$100k – $200k
per year