Senior Software Engineer - Behavior

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, machine learning, robotics, or a similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• At least 2 years of hands-on software engineering experience, proficiency in a mainstream programming language such as C, C++, Python, or Java, and familiarity with common data structures and algorithms
• Ability to lead ambiguous technical work from problem definition through reliable delivery
• Preferred: Background in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or complex simulation environments
• Preferred: Software engineering experience with motion planning or related robotics problems

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop high-performance, reliable planning architectures and systems
• Develop and optimize precise, high-performance computational geometry and numerical computing algorithms
• Improve autonomous vehicle decision-making and driving capabilities using machine learning and advanced algorithms
• Build scalable data-processing infrastructure for large-scale road-test data
• Analyze real-world data and simulate driving to understand, characterize, and group virtual driver performance
• Develop internal tools that streamline engineering workflows and improve research and development efficiency
• Collaborate across teams on safety, compliance with road rules, and ride quality

Technologies:

• Java
• Machine Learning
• Python
• Robotics
• Big Data
• C++

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We are a global autonomous mobility company founded in Silicon Valley in 2016, operating Robotaxi, Robotruck, and personally owned vehicle business units. Our team develops core systems that guide autonomous vehicles using real-time traffic conditions, road infrastructure, surrounding environments, vehicles, and pedestrians. We have accumulated nearly 21 million miles of autonomous driving globally as of August 2023 and went public on NASDAQ in November 2024. Our work has received industry recognition, including inclusion on CNBCs 2022 Disruptor list and the inaugural XB list of leading private deep-tech companies. The annual base salary range is $140,000–$220,000, with potential bonuses or incentives and restricted stock units; compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, and location. Eligible employees receive medical, dental, and vision coverage; traditional and Roth 401(k) plans; life insurance; paid time off and public holidays; family leave; short- and long-term disability coverage; and complimentary food and snacks.

last updated 44 week of 2026