Software Architect - Fallback Stack
Applied Intuition is seeking a Software Architect to lead the development of the fallback stack for our Level 4 (L4) autonomous trucking program. This role involves defining how the vehicle detects uncertainty, executes minimal risk maneuvers, and establishing an architecture that scales across trucking and future autonomy programs. The position is based in Sunnyvale, California, and offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology.
The Software Architect will be responsible for defining the architecture of the L4 trucking fallback stack, including interfaces to perception, behavior, planning, control, and the primary autonomy stack. Key responsibilities include designing strategies for degraded driving, minimal risk maneuvers, and transitions to remote assistance. The role also involves specifying and reviewing algorithms that detect autonomy degradation and trigger appropriate fallback behaviors or remote intervention. Collaboration with behavior, planning, and perception engineers is essential to align safety logic and trajectories with fallback requirements and operational design domain constraints. Additionally, the architect will refine interfaces between the vehicle stack and the remote assistance platform for tele-guidance and safe maneuver completion. Providing technical leadership and mentorship as the fallback stack team grows is also a key aspect of this role.
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of six years of experience building autonomy software for L4 autonomous driving systems is required. Strong programming skills in C++ are essential, along with experience in designing or implementing fallback or degraded driving behaviors in an autonomous driving stack. Hands-on experience integrating multiple autonomy subsystems into a cohesive system architecture is also necessary.
The base salary range for this full-time position is $145,000 to $245,000 annually. Compensation includes equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Benefits are subject to change and may vary based on the jurisdiction of employment.
Applied Intuition fosters a dynamic and customer-focused team culture, emphasizing excellence in products and business operations. The company offers opportunities to contribute to and learn from best practices in the nascent autonomy industry. If you are hands-on and looking for a place to have a multiplying effect on making autonomous systems a reality, Applied Intuition is the place for you.