Director of Engineering

AI Tech Suite; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AI Tech Suite is looking for a senior position specializing in autonomous driving technology. The role involves managing technical projects, collaborating with product teams, and leading engineering efforts in a cutting-edge robotics environment. Candidates should possess a PhD and extensive experience in computer vision, robotics, and autonomous systems.

Qualifications

• PhD with 7+ years in industry with specific experience in autonomous vehicles.
• Strong skills in C++, Python, ROS, and experience with Ubuntu.
• Knowledge of Git and experience in product-centric R&D or technology startups.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical development projects, including architecture recommendations.
• Work closely with product managers on technical roadmaps.
• Lead a team of engineers across various domains.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS

Ubuntu

Git

Education

PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Masters in Computer Science, Robotics, or related field

Job description

NuPort Robotics provides autonomous trucking solutions, including hardware and software to convert existing fleets into self-driving vehicles. Their Fleet Assist application streamlines fleet management with features like dispatching, route optimization, and real-time insights into vehicle status, driver performance, fuel efficiency, and maintenance schedules. They focus on improving efficiency, safety, and sustainability in transportation.

Minimum Qualifications :

• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other technical field
• 7+ years of industry experience in computer vision, sensors, robotics, or hardware for the automotive market
• Strong C++, Python, and ROS skills
• Strong experience with Ubuntu
• Knowledge of Git is required
• At least 3 years of experience in autonomous driving vehicles at a senior position in one or more of the following :
• Working at an OEM or Tier-1 or autonomous driving company in a product-centric R&D position
• Working in tech startups in senior management

Responsibilities :

• Managing timely execution of technical development projects, including architecture recommendations and prioritization
• Closely working with product managers and architects to set up technical roadmaps and being at the forefront of technology, engineering, and platform
• Leveraging DevOps principles to create a seamless solution for software product delivery
• Leading by example for a team of engineers in different domains (perception, motion planning, sensors, etc.)

Additional Qualifications :

• Masters / PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or related field OR relevant autonomous driving / robotics experience
• Experience with autonomous systems in one or more of the following areas : planning under uncertainty, decision-making, tracking and prediction, vehicle control systems, perception, localization, estimation, and machine learning
• Experience developing, working with, modifying, and creating advanced algorithms
• Extensive experience working with autonomous driving systems

Additional Responsibilities :

• Field testing of algorithms in an autonomous vehicle (involves driving, trusting your own software while being driven in the vehicle, etc.)
• Developing motion planning algorithms in simulation
• Deployment and testing of motion planning / controls algorithms on an autonomous vehicle
• Data collection using the sensors and building the data infrastructure for storing the maps
• Developing and / or using existing mapping algorithms
• Building simulated environments from existing datasets and preparing a test bed for testing perception and motion planning algorithms

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