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Senior Machine Learning Engineer- Trajectory Generation
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting remote Direct Hire opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
- Research, design, implement, optimize and deploy deep learning models that advance the state of the art in data-driven control algorithms for trajectory and path generation.
- Designing reward functions to improve vehicle behavior.
- Developing tools and metrics to analyze system errors and measure performance improvements
- Optimizing model and system performance for real-time inference
- Participating in code and design reviews
Job Qualifications:
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in both C++ and Python
- Strong understanding of trajectory optimization, reinforcement learning algorithms and imitation learning
- 4+ years of experience in designing, training, and deploying ML models
- Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills
- Eager to stay current with emerging technologies and committed to continuous learning.
- Conference or Journal publications in Machine Learning or Robotics-related venues
- Experience with autonomous driving applications in areas such as perception, prediction, planning, or simulation
- Experience with CUDA and inference optimization for real-time systems
Job Details:
- Direct Hire
- Location: Remote (sitting anywhere in the US)
- Salary Range: $168,000—$225,000
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
Anna Bauer
I have been in technical staffing since 2020, joining Protingent in 2024. I specialize in Aerospace and Emerging Technology.
My work is about connecting talented individuals with exciting job opportunities that match their skills and ignite their enthusiasm. What makes me different? I believe in a personal approach. I take the time to get to know the people I work with, understanding their goals and what they seek in their next role. Every job match is about meeting requirements and fulfilling career aspirations.
Looking beyond immediate needs to hire candidates who show potential for growth and advancement within the company while ensuring a positive experience for candidates throughout the recruiting process to attract top talent and maintain a good reputation. I love recruiting because it allows me to impact people’s lives positively.
I want candidates to know three things about myself: Firstly, I'm deeply passionate about fostering a culture of empathy and collaboration. In my career, I have found immense fulfillment in understanding others' perspectives and supporting team members through challenges. Beyond work, I cherish spending time outdoors, hiking in the mountains, or kayaking on a peaceful lake. Nature fuels my creativity and provides a grounding balance to my professional life. Additionally, I strongly believe in the importance of routines for maintaining productivity and well-being. Establishing daily habits helps me stay organized and focused, whether diving into a complex project or enjoying downtime with family and friends.