Principal Robot Software Architect

Wayve; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayve in Sunnyvale, California is seeking a Principal Software Engineer - Robot Software to lead the architectural integrity and performance of our AI platform for autonomous vehicles. You will partner with leadership to define a comprehensive technical roadmap and mentor engineering talent within a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in robotics, excels in C++ and Python, and is skilled in debugging complex systems. This is a full-time role with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Deep experience in Robotics Middleware and Real-Time Systems.
• Strong mastery of C++ with focus on memory management and concurrency.
• Exceptional communication skills for technical explanation.

Responsibilities

• Define a 12-24 month technical roadmap.
• Lead the design of cross-functional complex systems.
• Set standards for code quality and testing rigor.

Skills

Robotics Middleware (ROS2, Cyber RT, or custom IPCs)

C++ (17/20)

Python

Real-Time Systems

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Proven track record of shipping complex autonomous systems

Job description

Wayve in Sunnyvale, California is seeking a Principal Software Engineer - Robot Software to lead the architectural integrity and performance of our AI platform for autonomous vehicles. You will partner with leadership to define a comprehensive technical roadmap and mentor engineering talent within a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in robotics, excels in C++ and Python, and is skilled in debugging complex systems. This is a full-time role with a hybrid working model.