Motion Planning Engineer, Teleguidance

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and supporting ecosystem, focusing on mobility-as-a-service in urban environments.
$204,000 - $256,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5+ years of experience
AI · Automotive · Robotics

Description For Motion Planning Engineer, Teleguidance

Zoox, a pioneering company in autonomous vehicle technology, is seeking a Motion Planning Engineer for their TeleGuidance team. This role is crucial in developing systems that integrate human contextual guidance into autonomous vehicle planning algorithms. The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $204,000 to $256,000, plus Amazon RSUs and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights.

The role focuses on enabling autonomous vehicles to handle complex scenarios through real-time remote human guidance integration. As a Motion Planning Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of solving challenging edge cases crucial for autonomous systems. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, writing C++ code for vehicle systems and collaborating across various teams including Planning, Control, AI, and more.

The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree in Computer Science or related field, strong C++ programming skills, and expertise in motion planning algorithms. You'll be working in a collaborative environment, contributing to various aspects of the autonomous vehicle stack, from trajectory optimization to GPU code development.

Zoox offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and equity opportunities. The company's mission to revolutionize urban mobility through fully autonomous vehicle technology provides an exciting opportunity to work on transformative technology. The hybrid work environment across multiple locations (San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, and Boston) offers flexibility while maintaining collaborative innovation.

This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of autonomous transportation while working with a team that values diverse perspectives and innovative thinking. The position combines technical challenges with real-world impact, making it ideal for engineers passionate about robotics, AI, and autonomous systems.

Last updated 15 days ago

Responsibilities For Motion Planning Engineer, Teleguidance

  • Write on-vehicle C++ code that integrates guidance from remote operators into autonomous planner stack
  • Work with Planner engineers and represent TeleGuidance on horizontal teams
  • Design and implement tools for remote operators to navigate complex urban driving environments
  • Contribute to motion planning, trajectory optimization, GPU code, offline tooling/simulation
  • Collaborate with developers across AI software organization

Requirements For Motion Planning Engineer, Teleguidance

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  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Experience writing performance-critical production code in C++
  • Demonstrated ability to create real-time motion planning algorithms
  • Understanding of configuration spaces and planning techniques (A*, D*, RRTs, etc.)
  • Extensive experience with programming and algorithm design
  • Strong mathematical and geometrical skills
  • Experience leading small projects or teams

Benefits For Motion Planning Engineer, Teleguidance

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Paid time off (sick leave, vacation, bereavement)
  • Unpaid time off
  • Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
  • Amazon RSUs
  • Health insurance
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Sign-on bonus may be offered

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