Staff, Software Engineer - Motion Planning

Responsibilities

• Lead technical development for autonomous vehicle motion planning systems
• Drive architectural strategy and engineering excellence across teams
• Develop and optimize motion planning algorithms for autonomous trucks
• Establish engineering best practices for software quality and operational excellence
• Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical guidance across teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable autonomy performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 10+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 7+ years, or PhD with 5+ years
• Proven multi-team technical leadership in complex engineering settings
• Expertise in robotics or autonomous vehicle software systems
• Proficient in modern C++ and Linux environments
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, kinematics, and planning architecture
• Excellent debugging skills for complex system-level issues

Benefits

• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
• 401K plan with a 6% employer match
• Flexible schedule and immediate paid vacation
• Company-wide holiday office closures
• AD+D and Life Insurance