Senior/Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Planning

Plusai; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered lunch & snacks

401(k) plan

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Plus is seeking a machine learning engineer to train and deploy ML-based planning algorithms for its autonomous trucking fleet. You will develop deep learning models from perception data, design safety checks, and ensure real-time performance while collaborating across teams.

Applicants should have 4+ years in ML for robotics, Python and PyTorch experience, and the ability to tackle end-to-end software development.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Software, Robotics, or related field
• 4+ years of machine learning engineering experience for robotics applications
• Experience developing high-quality software from design and implementation to testing and deployment
• Expertise with Python, willingness to do some C++ development as needed
• Experience training with modern frameworks (e.g. PyTorch)
• A rigorous approach to model development: running well-designed experiments, defining suitable training and validation datasets, and evaluating on the right metrics
• Hands-on familiarity with cloud data ingestion pipelines
• Strong communication and collaborative skills

Responsibilities

• Use complex map and perception sensor output to develop novel deep learning models for our planning stack.
• Design critical safety checks to ensure driving trajectories are feasible and follow rules of road.
• Ensure all model development keeps a real-time focus and operates efficiently in compute-constrained environments.
• Track and incorporate the latest multidisciplinary research advancements in a fast-moving field.
• Ensure that your work is performed in accordance with the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure that technical work meets customer requirements, regulatory standards, and company quality policies.

Skills

Machine learning for robotics

Python

C++ development

PyTorch

Experiment design & evaluation

Cloud data ingestion

Communication skills

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Software, Robotics, or related field

Job description

Plus is a global provider of highly automated driving and fully autonomous driving solutions with headquarters in Silicon Valley, California. Named by Forbes as one of America’s Best Startup Employers and Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, Plus’s open autonomy technology platform is already powering vehicles in commercial use today. Working with one of the largest companies in the U.S., vehicle manufacturers, and others globally, Plus is helping to make driving safer, more comfortable, and more sustainable. Plus has received a number of industry awards and distinctions for its transformative technology and business momentum fromFast Company,Forbes,Insider,Consumer Electronics Show,AUVSI, and others. If you’re ready to make a huge impact and drive the future of autonomy, Plus is looking for talented individuals to join its fast-growing teams.

We’re looking for amachine learning engineer to train and deploy the latest generation ofML-basedplanning algorithmson the extensive data we collect every dayacrossour autonomous trucking fleet.

Responsibilities

• Use complex map and perception sensor output to develop novel deep learning models for our planning stack.
• Design critical safety checks to ensure driving trajectories are feasible and follow rules of road.
• Ensure all model development keeps a real-time focus and operates efficiently in compute-constrained environments.
• Track and incorporate the latest multidisciplinary research advancements in a fast-moving field.
• Ensure that your work is performed in accordance with the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure that technical work meets customer requirements, regulatory standards, and company quality policies.

Required Skills

• BS, MS, or PhD in Software, Robotics, or related field
• 4+ years of machine learning engineering experience for robotics applications
• Experience developing high-quality software from design and implementation to testing and deployment.
• Expertise with Python, willingness to do some C++ development as needed.
• Experience training with modern frameworks (e.g. PyTorch)
• A rigorous approach to model development: running well-designed experiments, defining suitable training and validation datasets, and evaluating on the right metrics.
• Hands-on familiarity with cloud data ingestion pipelines
• Strong communication and collaborative skills

Salary Range

• $130,000 - $220,000 a year

Our compensations (cash and equity) are determined based on the position, your location, qualifications, and experience.

Your opportunities joining Plus

Work, learn and grow in a highly future-oriented, innovative and dynamic field.

Wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development.

Catered free lunch, unlimited snacks and beverages.

Highly competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k) plan.