Software Engineer - Core Sensors
Develops and maintains high-performance driver software for lidar, radar, and camera sensors critical to autonomous vehicle perception. Requires 5+ years experience, strong C++ proficiency, and device driver development expertise.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain high-quality, robust code that meets the vehicle's specific use/safety case.
- Develop and maintain driver software for lidar, radar, and camera sensors.
- Work closely with the perception, planning, and advanced hardware teams to ensure the drivers meet the required specifications.
- Develop and maintain highly performant, robust, safety-critical code.
- Collaborate with other teams to ensure the sensor software integrates seamlessly with the autonomous driving stack and offline tool pipelines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field with minimum 5 years of experience in software development.
- Strong proficiency in C++ programming language.
- Experience with developing device drivers.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Bonus Qualifications
- Expertise with developing sensor drivers (LiDAR and/or Radar).
- Experience working at autonomous self-driving company.
Skills
C++, Device Drivers, Lidar, Radar, Camera Sensors, Sensor Drivers
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