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Principal Engineer, Motion Planning
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting remote Direct Hire opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead the research and development of novel algorithms and sub-systems for motion planning in autonomous driving, thereby expanding the Operational Design Domain. This includes, but is not limited to, advanced search-based and sophisticated geometry-based methods, as well as decision-making under uncertainty with a strong emphasis on probabilistic approaches
- Lead cross-functional projects to define new or upgrade existing interfaces to solve problems
- Monitor overall system performance to identify areas for improvement and develop technical strategies to address deficiencies
- Guide cross-functional project teams to provide comprehensive solutions and demonstrate the ability to think beyond the confines of the planning system.
- Architect and integrate complex combinations of motion planning and prediction algorithms, driving their evaluation and refinement for real-world deployment.
- Design and build a robust, scalable, and high-performance codebase that facilitates rapid exploration, prototyping, and rigorous evaluation of innovative motion planning approaches and algorithms.
- Drive technical collaboration and interface seamlessly with perception and prediction components upstream and trajectory optimization, tracking, and control components downstream, ensuring end-to-end system performance.
- Leverage your deep software development and research expertise to teach others better software practices and principles, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
- Guide and mentor junior and senior team members, cultivating a culture of product-focused engineering, rigorous research, and advanced development.
Job Qualifications:
- PhD preferred in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; or a Master's degree with 7+ years of experience in robotics (preferably AV industry).
- 10+ years of research experience in robotics/motion planning, with a proven track record of contributing to state-of-the-art solutions and leading significant projects.
- 5+ years of C++ software development, with an emphasis on developing high-performance and reliable systems.
- Experience with probabilistic models, including but not limited to Gaussian mixture models, Hidden Markov Models, and Particle Filters.
- Experience with machine learning techniques (such as Bayesian modeling and inference techniques) for decision making under uncertainty.
- Experience with the Bazel build framework
- Past experience owning and leading technical development on complex features from problem formulation through research, implementation, and deployment in a production environment, demonstrating significant impact.
- Thirst for knowledge, continuous innovation, and a drive to push the boundaries of autonomous driving technology, acting as a technical thought leader.
Job Details:
- Job Type: Direct Hire
- Location: Remote
- Salary Range: 212K-$283K.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Meet Your Recruiter
Kelsey Servin
I have been in the staffing industry since 2006. I started in HR and held roles as a recruiter, account manager, director of major accounts, and VP of recruiting and sales before settling into my passion for technical recruiting. My various roles and experiences allow me to understand the ins and outs of the industry. My recruiting style is collaborative, and I work closely with candidates to understand what exactly they are looking for in a role to align them with as many opportunities as possible. I am responsive, easy to work with, and transparent, so candidates always know where they are in the process. I can help you achieve whatever YOU want out of your next opportunity, whether it is career, cultural, or financial growth. I would love to be the one to find your next position, but at the end of the day, it is most important that you end up in the best fit for you and your family. I am a talent sleuth at heart and love the thrill of helping a candidate find their dream job or helping a manager find the perfect person for their team. I am super positive, very knowledgeable about the industry, and a huge foodie! Reach out to me for all the above!