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Lead Software Engineer, Simulation

2 months ago


Mountain View, California, United States Kodiak Robotics Full time

Kodiak Robotics is dedicated to advancing autonomous technology that enhances freight transportation, benefiting individuals, partners, and the environment. Our team has crafted a sophisticated technology stack tailored specifically for long-haul trucking, addressing the unique challenges of highway navigation.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to the design, architecture, implementation, and maintenance of our simulation capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the integration of our simulation platform with essential components of our autonomy framework.
  • Collaborate with technical leads and domain experts to devise innovative methods for testing and assessing our algorithms, particularly for edge cases and rare scenarios.
  • Drive the development of new functionalities to enhance the accuracy of our simulation outcomes and establish novel evaluation metrics for assessing the performance of our self-driving technology.
  • Produce clear, maintainable, and concise code.
  • Engage with external partners to facilitate new features and align them with our internal processes.
Qualifications:
  • Strong technical foundation (BS, MS, PhD, or equivalent professional experience) in Computer Science or a related engineering discipline.
  • Proficient software developer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in production-level C++ programming.
  • High standards for software quality and a rigorous, testing-oriented approach.
  • Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • Demonstrated ability to iterate rapidly and engage in hands-on work.
  • Enthusiasm for learning about all facets of autonomous vehicles.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Practical experience with one or more autonomous vehicle simulation platforms.
  • Familiarity with modern C++ (C++14 and later) and version control systems (e.g., git).
  • Hands-on experience in robotics fields such as perception, planning, localization, modeling, or control.
  • Interest in defining autonomy metrics and evaluation methodologies.
  • Experience with contemporary DevOps practices.
What We Provide:
  • Competitive compensation package, including equity and biannual bonuses.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage through leading providers.
  • Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies.
  • Office amenities: dog-friendly environment, complimentary catered lunches, fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging.
  • Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
  • Wellbeing Benefits - including access to wellness platforms.
  • Retirement savings plan options.
  • Various incentive programs, including referral and patent bonuses.

The salary range for this full-time position is $175,000-$230,000 plus bonuses, equity, and benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location, with individual pay influenced by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Kodiak Robotics is committed to fostering a diverse community that works collaboratively towards shared goals in a safe environment, free from harassment of any kind. We are an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

In accordance with U.S. national security regulations, eligibility for this position may depend on verification of a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status.