Senior Software Engineer (Motion Planning)

• As a Senior Software Engineer, Planning for self-driving trucks, you will work on developing cutting-edge software that takes data from a multitude of sensors such as cameras, radars and lidars, and converts them into actionable information for downstream components like prediction and planning
• Design, develop and deploy motion planning software to support PlusAI’s planning, using the latest techniques in lateral and longitudinal motion planning
• Utilize latest C++ numerical optimization frameworks (e.g. qpOasys) and industry standard software tools (git, ROS, etc.) to integrate new lateral and longitudinal motion planning algorithms into our production system
• Perform system level diagnostics and tuning using in-house visualization tools and open-source visualization platforms (e.g. webviz)
• Use good oral and written communication skills to collaborate with other engineers to produce system designs that are approved at a high level before software implementation begins

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO: Unlimited paid time off on top of company holidays to recharge and enjoy as needed
• Flexible working: Flexibile work arrangements and technology to help manage life’s demands at the office and remote
• Health benefits: Tiered options in medical, dental, and vision insurance to fit your unique needs
• Future building: Equity, 401k and FSA options for all eligible employees to help build for your future
• Professional development: Company-sponsored professional development opportunities such as conferences, training, and workshops
• Catered lunches: Daily catered lunches at both of our Santa Clara and Fremont offices- Strong oral and written communication skills
• Applied robotics experience in any of: Robotics/ Motion Planning/Computer Vision/Machine Learning
• Experience developing production code in C++, with python experience as an added advantage
• MS or PhD in Computer/Software Engineering, Robotics, Robotic Systems Development, or related field
• PhD + 1-2 years or MS + 3-4 years of experience