Motion and Behavior Planning Engineer

Tensor; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Tensor is an American Physical AI company building agentic products, including the Tensor Robocar. We seek engineers with a track record in motion planning for autonomous systems and strong C++ production coding skills.

This role offers working with a world‑class team on technologically advanced automotive robotics projects. Located in San Jose, California, the position involves collaboration across global offices while contributing to safety-critical, real-time decision-making systems.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in CS/Robotics or similar technical field of study.
• 2+ years of industrial experience in motion planning for autonomous vehicles or robotics.
• Deep understanding of trajectory optimization, geometric algorithms, search-based motion planning algorithms, and decision-making algorithms.
• Solid coding skills, experience writing C++ in a production environment.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

Motion planning

Communication

Collaboration

C++ production coding

Education

BS/MS/PhD in CS or Robotics

Tools

C++

Job description

Tensor is an American Physical AI company dedicated to building agentic products that empower people. Our flagship product, the Tensor Robocar, is the world’s first personal Robocar and the first AI agentic vehicle — fully autonomous, automotive-grade, and built for private ownership at scale. Founded in 2016 in Silicon Valley, Tensor is headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices in Barcelona, Singapore, and Dubai. At Tensor, we champion personal AI autonomy and ownership. Our vision is to build a future where everyone owns their own Artificial General Intelligence — a personal AGI that enables more time, freedom, and autonomy. We’re forging an alternative path where AGI serves only you, and is controlled solely by you.

We provide a competitive compensation package, opportunities for professional growth, participation in a discretionary equity incentive plan, and access to a comprehensive company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Join us to shape the future! Work with brilliant minds on technology transforming automotive industry and make a lasting impact.

Locations

• San Jose, California, US (Salary Range: $75k—$400k USD)
• Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
• Dubai, UAE

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics or similar technical field of study.
• 2+ years of industrial experience in motion planning for autonomous vehicles or robotics.
• Deep understanding of one or more of the following: trajectory optimizations, geometric algorithms, search-based motion planning algorithms, decision-making algorithms.
• Solid coding skills, experience writing C++ in a production environment.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.

Preferences

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics or similar technical field of study.
• Experience with machine learning, especially in safety critical real-time systems.
• Experience in code optimization or high-performance computing.

We appreciate your interest in joining Tensor. Tensor is an equal employment opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace for all. We do not discriminate against, and strictly prohibit harassment of, any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Tensor also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. Tensor is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Designed in California.

Available around the world.

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