Applied Intuition
Software Engineer - Low Speed Motion Planning & Control
Sunnyvale$125k–$232kfulltimemidAdded today
About this role
Applied Intuition seeks a Software Engineer to design and implement motion planning and control systems for autonomous vehicles. You'll work on production-grade solutions that enable accurate autonomous navigation across various vehicle platforms, combining control theory with real-world vehicle testing.
What you'll do
- Design and implement motion planning and controls modules for autonomous vehicle platforms
- Characterize vehicle dynamics and create tailored control solutions to improve simulation-to-reality accuracy
- Develop optimal-control solutions using techniques like nonlinear MPC and MPPI control
- Test and validate controls solutions on production-grade vehicles
- Evaluate and integrate academic research into practical autonomy applications
- Collaborate with customers to collect feedback and inform technical decisions
What they're looking for
- Motion planning and control theory
- Numerical optimization and analysis
- High-performance C++ development
- Vehicle dynamics characterization
- Production software development practices
- Physics and systems modeling
- Real-world vehicle testing experience
- Nonlinear MPC and MPPI control techniques
Benefits
- Equity compensation (options and/or RSUs)
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401k retirement benefits with employer match
- Learning and wellness stipends
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements with primarily in-office expectations
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