Lead Sensor Hardware Engineer – Autonomous Driving

Kodiak; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Competitive compensation including equity

Dog-friendly office

Free catered lunch

Health benefits through major providers

Job summary

Kodiak in Mountain View, CA, is hiring a Sensor Hardware Engineer to develop world-class sensor systems for autonomous trucking. This role focuses on enhancing the performance of perception sensors and requires collaboration with external partners to optimize sensor performance.

Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background, with a BS or MS in Engineering and over 5 years' relevant experience. Kodiak offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, flexible PTO, and a dog-friendly work environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in the automotive or aerospace industry.
• Experience with defining and developing sensor systems.
• Great communicator with clear documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with partners to optimize performance of autonomous driving sensors.
• Analyze on-road data for sensor performance.
• Manage relationships with contract manufacturers and suppliers.

Skills

Technical background in Physics or Engineering

Experience with autonomous-driving sensing systems

Leadership and ownership skills

Hands-on experience

Strong communication skills

Education

BS or MS in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics

Job description

Kodiak in Mountain View, CA, is hiring a Sensor Hardware Engineer to develop world-class sensor systems for autonomous trucking. This role focuses on enhancing the performance of perception sensors and requires collaboration with external partners to optimize sensor performance.

Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background, with a BS or MS in Engineering and over 5 years' relevant experience. Kodiak offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, flexible PTO, and a dog-friendly work environment.