Principal Engineer / Director, Motion Planning

PlusAI is seeking a Principal Engineer or Director to lead the Motion Planning team in Santa Clara, CA. This role involves developing safety-critical software for self-driving vehicles, focusing on motion forecasting and planning. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing PlusAI's autonomous driving technology.

Key responsibilities include leading and expanding the Motion Planning team, overseeing autonomous driving projects, and actively coding to develop and test novel algorithms. The role also involves scaling machine learning pipelines for research and production, staying abreast of advancements in machine learning and AI, and presenting progress to senior leadership. Ensuring compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and company quality policies is essential.

Candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in building data-driven, fault-tolerant systems, a proven record of delivering deep learning-based systems, and an MS or PhD in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience. Extensive experience in designing and building modern planning systems is highly desirable. Proficiency in writing robust, safety-critical, and efficient C++ and Python code is required.

The position offers a salary range of $200,000 to $280,000, with exact compensation varying based on skills and experience.

PlusAI fosters a culture of experimentation and innovation, promoting technical excellence and accountability within the team. The company provides opportunities for professional growth and development in the rapidly evolving field of autonomous driving technology.