
Orca AI is a maritime technology company founded in 2018 that provides AI and computer vision-based solutions to enhance situational awareness and safety in shipping operations. Their key products include SeaPod, an automated lookout system for vessels that reduces human error and workload by detecting marine targets even in low visibility, and FleetView, a platform for shore-based teams to monitor fleet safety, ensure compliance, and improve operational efficiency. Orca AI's technology supports safer, more efficient, and sustainable maritime operations, with over 1200 vessels booked and more than 80 million nautical miles of data collected, resulting in a 33% reduction in close encounters and near misses. The company is recognized for powering the world's first autonomous commercial voyage in congested waters and collaborates with major industry players and classification societies. Orca AI operates with a partner-driven go-to-market strategy and has a strong team of maritime veterans and AI experts, positioning itself as a leader in the autonomous shipping revolution.

Orca AI is a maritime technology company founded in 2018 that provides AI and computer vision-based solutions to enhance situational awareness and safety in shipping operations. Their key products include SeaPod, an automated lookout system for vessels that reduces human error and workload by detecting marine targets even in low visibility, and FleetView, a platform for shore-based teams to monitor fleet safety, ensure compliance, and improve operational efficiency. Orca AI's technology supports safer, more efficient, and sustainable maritime operations, with over 1200 vessels booked and more than 80 million nautical miles of data collected, resulting in a 33% reduction in close encounters and near misses. The company is recognized for powering the world's first autonomous commercial voyage in congested waters and collaborates with major industry players and classification societies. Orca AI operates with a partner-driven go-to-market strategy and has a strong team of maritime veterans and AI experts, positioning itself as a leader in the autonomous shipping revolution.
Founded: 2018
Core products: SeaPod (automated lookout) and FleetView (fleet monitoring)
Total disclosed funding: ~$111M (Series B $72.5M announced May 6, 2025)
Scale signals: 1,200+ vessels booked; 80M+ nautical miles of data
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Maritime situational awareness, safety, and autonomy for commercial shipping.
2018
Maritime Transportation
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Series A announced April 21, 2021
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Follow-on round described between Series A and Series B
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Series B announced May 6, 2025 bringing total disclosed funding to ~$111M
“Led by Brighton Park Capital in Series B with participation from existing investors including Ankona Capital and Hyperlink Ventures”
We are looking for a Director of Product Marketing to help us scale faster - bringing our story to life, supporting go-to-market execution, and driving product adoption and commercial success. The ideal candidate is a growth-oriented professional who embodies our values of Impact, Innovation, and Global Collaboration.
About Orca AI:
Shipping accounts for over 90% of global trade, yet the industry remains decades behind in digitization and automation. Operating safely and efficiently in congested ports and high-traffic sea lanes is becoming increasingly challenging.
Orca AI is transforming maritime operations through real-time AI and computer vision, delivering next-generation situational awareness and decision-making.
Our platform connects onboard crews with shoreside teams, improving navigational safety, reducing human error, and supporting decarbonization through performance optimization.
Founded in 2018, Orca AI is a fast-growing scale-up in an incredibly strong position. We recently raised $73M in a Series B round (May 2025) and have over 1,100 systems deployed to industry giants like MSC, Seaspan, and NYK. What sets us apart is our data - over 100 million nautical miles of proprietary data , making it the largest maritime AI dataset in the world.
As we scale rapidly, we are looking for passionate individuals to join us in defining the future of the maritime world.
Your Role:
As the Director of Product Marketing at Orca AI, you’ll sit at the intersection of product, sales, and marketing—defining and communicating our value to the market. You’ll help shape our narrative, launch new features and offerings, support the sales team with high-impact enablement materials, and partner closely with the marketing team to drive engagement at every stage of the funnel.
This role is ideal for someone who’s equal parts strategist and storyteller—passionate about technology, deeply customer-oriented, and experienced in turning technical products into compelling value propositions.
What You’ll Do:
Requirements:
Why Orca AI? Our Culture and Benefits:
Our Culture & Values: We are a global team of 130 professionals driven by a shared mission to lead the transition to autonomous shipping. At Orca AI, we combine cutting-edge technology with a human-centric approach to redefine the maritime industry. We believe in:
Orca AI is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. We encourage applications from candidates of ALL diverse backgrounds, and special accommodations are available upon request in all selection phases.
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