Staff Engineer: Trajectory Generation & Controls for Autonomous Trucks

stackav; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Stack AV in the United States is seeking a Trajectory Generation and Controls engineer to own motion planning, optimization, and real-time trajectory generation for autonomous trucks. You will develop and deploy safety-critical software across the development lifecycle and collaborate with Autonomy, Systems Engineering and Operations teams.

The role emphasizes modern C++ and Python coding, rigorous testing, and close alignment with stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable control solutions for

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience.
• Experience building motion planning and/or control systems for real world applications.
• Knowledge and experience with optimal control or dynamic optimization, especially in the context of model predictive control or real-time trajectory generation.
• Knowledge and experience with vehicle dynamics, system identification and real-time control algorithms.
• Fluent in modern C++.
• Experience with Python.

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery of TG&C features from design to integration, providing a well controlled, safe and comfortable vehicle experience.
• Provide input to team roadmaps and ensure timely delivery of features.
• Work closely with systems engineers to ensure a safe, well tested product is delivered.
• Write state of the art software, using modern C++ and Python. Make extensive use of unit testing, simulation, and log simulation.
• Work closely with other Autonomy teams to design and deploy robust solutions, encompassing all aspects of autonomous driving.
• Be involved in design and iteration exercises, and help to align stakeholders by using strong presentation and communication skills.

Skills

Motion Planning

Optimization

Controls

Unit testing

Communication skills

Education

BS in CS/EE/ME

MS or PhD preferred

Tools

C++

Python

Job description

Stack AV in the United States is seeking a Trajectory Generation and Controls engineer to own motion planning, optimization, and real-time trajectory generation for autonomous trucks. You will develop and deploy safety-critical software across the development lifecycle and collaborate with Autonomy, Systems Engineering and Operations teams.

The role emphasizes modern C++ and Python coding, rigorous testing, and close alignment with stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable control solutions for