Sensor Hardware Engineer

4 weeks ago

Mountain View, California, United States Kodiak Full time
Job Description

Kodiak is seeking a highly skilled Sensor Hardware Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of world-class sensor and compute systems for autonomous trucking.

This role will focus on optimizing camera performance and developing embedded AI computing requirements. As a key member of our team, you will work cross-functionally to define system requirements for an autonomous driving compute, collaborate with external partners to specify and build embedded compute and sensor processing hardware, and create requirements for sensor synchronization based on an understanding of sensor capabilities.

You will also research and evaluate the latest in embedded AI hardware and automotive camera technologies, develop and execute hands-on camera tests to help define vehicle architecture and improve perception performance, and assist with sensor integration onto the vehicle and debugging issues that arise.

Additionally, you will manage relationships with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and external partners, and work with the perception team to identify, understand, and solve sensor performance issues.

Requirements
  • Strong technical background with a BS or MS, or equivalent experience, in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related fields
  • 5+ years of experience in the automotive, aerospace, or related industry
  • Experience with defining autonomous-driving compute systems and/or working within the camera optical and image processing pipeline is a strong plus
  • Software experience, especially for data analysis, is a plus but not required
  • A team leader with experience playing the lead role on several projects
  • Proven ability to build and iterate quickly
  • Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes for both low and high volume production
  • Great communication skills with experience writing clear, concise, and detailed documentation
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian
  • Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies
  • Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
  • Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
  • Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
  • Fidelity 401(k)
  • Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
  • Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

The salary range for this full-time position is $160,000-$210,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. We can share more about the specific salary range for your job level during the hiring process.

Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant U.S. national security statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites.

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