Senior Staff Software Engineer, Perception, Autonomy

Rivian; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking electric vehicle manufacturer in London is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to lead the Perception team. This role involves developing critical machine learning algorithms for safety in autonomous vehicles. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in C++ and Python, as well as a strong background in robotics and perception systems. A commitment to innovation and the outdoors is essential. This role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in C++ and Python, ideally in real-time Perception systems.
• 10+ years of robotics, AV, or real-time, safety-critical experience.
• Experience developing Perception algorithms using tools from machine learning, state estimation, and/or robotics.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for lifecycle of projects including design, development, testing, and maintenance.
• Develop production-ready software for vehicles and in the cloud.
• Develop perception capabilities using machine learning and robotics tools.
• Create tools to evaluate and measure perception system performance.
• Integrate Perception outputs for a great customer experience.

Skills

C++

Python

Machine Learning

State Estimation

Robotics

Effective Communication

Education

BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or relevant Engineering disciplines

Job description

Senior Staff Software Engineer, Perception, Autonomy

About Rivian

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Role Summary

In this role you will be a member of the Perception team at Rivian, which develops advanced machine learning algorithms that directly impact safety critical self-driving features of our category defining vehicles. You will be responsible for design, implementation, testing, deployment and maintenance of onboard Perception functionality.

Responsibilities

• Be independently responsible for the entire lifecycle of projects or features including engineering design, development, deployment, testing and maintenance.
• Develop production ready software to run on our vehicles and in the cloud
• Develop perception capabilities using tools from machine Learning, state estimation and robotics
• Develop tools and processes to evaluate and measure the performance of the perception system
• Work with the broader team to ensure that our Perception outputs are integrated to deliver a great experience to our customers

Qualifications

• BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or other relevant Engineering disciplines
• 10+ years of experience in C++ and Python, ideally in a context of real-time Perception systems
• 10+ years of robotics, AV (Autonomous Vehicle), or other real-time, safety-critical experience
• Experience developing Perception algorithms using tools from machine learning, state estimation and/or robotics
• Effective communication and collaborative skills

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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