Kodiak Robotics Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous 2024 Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.
We are looking for an Autonomy Software Systems Engineer who can derive requirements from first-principles for safe driving behavior for a self-driving vehicle. An ideal candidate will have background developing algorithms commonly used in autonomy or robotics applications in aerospace automotive or other domains. This will be used to support our safety claims about safe perception motion planning and control for autonomous robots so that we can ethically and safely deploy autonomous trucks to save lives and transform the freight industry.
In this role you will:
- Collaborate closely with Autonomy Software teams by using first-principles analysis to develop requirements for safe perception localization prediction motion planning and/or control algorithms.
- Identify edge cases that could help us expose weaknesses in our system prior to encountering them in on-road environments.
- Provide analysis to support complex autonomy system design trade-offs to inform system design decisions affecting safety and performance.
- Support development of simulation scenarios structured track testing on-road road testing and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
What youll bring:
- Deep understanding of kinematics dynamics and system modeling
- Strong programming skills in Python MATLAB C or C
- Hands-on work across multiple of the following areas:
- Sensor fusion and object tracking (e.g. Kalman filtering particle filters least squares estimation)
- Machine learning methods (e.g. neural networks SVMs kNN regression models decision trees)
- Classical computer vision (e.g. edge/corner detection camera calibration optics)
- Motion planning (e.g. A* RRT potential fields)
- Control systems (e.g. PID nonlinear control model predictive control)
- Strong foundation in probability and statistics including appropriate application of distributions (e.g. Gaussian Poisson binomial)
- Working knowledge of autonomy system architectures and system-level design
- Background in one or more of the following:
- Bayesian inference (e.g. beta and gamma distributions)
- Markov models and probabilistic system modeling
- Simulation development and validation environments
- System reliability analysis
- Exposure to safety-critical standards such as ISO 26262 DO-178 or IEC 61508 (e.g. ASIL-D DAL A SIL 4)
- Experience with safety analysis methodologies (e.g. FTA FMEA HARA)
- Understanding of redundancy strategies and fault-tolerant system design
- Familiarity with SOTIF UL 4600 and safety case development (e.g. Goal Structuring Notation)
- Knowledge of real-time safety-critical systems
- Experience contributing to verification and validation (V&V) efforts or full testing campaigns
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses
- Excellent Medical Dental and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente Cigna and MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
- MetLife Legal Services Identity & Fraud Protection Hospital Indemnity Insurance Accident Insurance & Critical Illness Insurance
- Flexible PTO 10 paid holidays and generous parental leave policies
- Our office is centrally located in Mountain View CA
- 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 through Cigna Calm through Kaiser One Medical Gympass Spring Health through Cigna Rula (mental health navigation)
- Fidelity 401(k)
- Commuter FSA Dependent Care FSA HSA
- Various incentive programs (referral bonuses patent bonuses etc.)
The pay range listed below reflects the base salaryin our SF/Silicon Valley locationacross several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location experience relevant training education skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay equity bonus and a competitive benefits package
California Pay Range
$200000 - $245000 USD
At Kodiak we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. 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 statutes regulations and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status. Should the position require and Kodiak determines that a candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license bar the candidate from the position or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiaks sole discretion or as an alternative opt not to proceed with the candidates application. If applicable Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
Required Experience:
IC
Kodiak Robotics Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector....
Kodiak Robotics Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous 2024 Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.
We are looking for an Autonomy Software Systems Engineer who can derive requirements from first-principles for safe driving behavior for a self-driving vehicle. An ideal candidate will have background developing algorithms commonly used in autonomy or robotics applications in aerospace automotive or other domains. This will be used to support our safety claims about safe perception motion planning and control for autonomous robots so that we can ethically and safely deploy autonomous trucks to save lives and transform the freight industry.
In this role you will:
- Collaborate closely with Autonomy Software teams by using first-principles analysis to develop requirements for safe perception localization prediction motion planning and/or control algorithms.
- Identify edge cases that could help us expose weaknesses in our system prior to encountering them in on-road environments.
- Provide analysis to support complex autonomy system design trade-offs to inform system design decisions affecting safety and performance.
- Support development of simulation scenarios structured track testing on-road road testing and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
What youll bring:
- Deep understanding of kinematics dynamics and system modeling
- Strong programming skills in Python MATLAB C or C
- Hands-on work across multiple of the following areas:
- Sensor fusion and object tracking (e.g. Kalman filtering particle filters least squares estimation)
- Machine learning methods (e.g. neural networks SVMs kNN regression models decision trees)
- Classical computer vision (e.g. edge/corner detection camera calibration optics)
- Motion planning (e.g. A* RRT potential fields)
- Control systems (e.g. PID nonlinear control model predictive control)
- Strong foundation in probability and statistics including appropriate application of distributions (e.g. Gaussian Poisson binomial)
- Working knowledge of autonomy system architectures and system-level design
- Background in one or more of the following:
- Bayesian inference (e.g. beta and gamma distributions)
- Markov models and probabilistic system modeling
- Simulation development and validation environments
- System reliability analysis
- Exposure to safety-critical standards such as ISO 26262 DO-178 or IEC 61508 (e.g. ASIL-D DAL A SIL 4)
- Experience with safety analysis methodologies (e.g. FTA FMEA HARA)
- Understanding of redundancy strategies and fault-tolerant system design
- Familiarity with SOTIF UL 4600 and safety case development (e.g. Goal Structuring Notation)
- Knowledge of real-time safety-critical systems
- Experience contributing to verification and validation (V&V) efforts or full testing campaigns
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses
- Excellent Medical Dental and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente Cigna and MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
- MetLife Legal Services Identity & Fraud Protection Hospital Indemnity Insurance Accident Insurance & Critical Illness Insurance
- Flexible PTO 10 paid holidays and generous parental leave policies
- Our office is centrally located in Mountain View CA
- 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 through Cigna Calm through Kaiser One Medical Gympass Spring Health through Cigna Rula (mental health navigation)
- Fidelity 401(k)
- Commuter FSA Dependent Care FSA HSA
- Various incentive programs (referral bonuses patent bonuses etc.)
The pay range listed below reflects the base salaryin our SF/Silicon Valley locationacross several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location experience relevant training education skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay equity bonus and a competitive benefits package
California Pay Range
$200000 - $245000 USD
At Kodiak we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. 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 statutes regulations and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status. Should the position require and Kodiak determines that a candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license bar the candidate from the position or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiaks sole discretion or as an alternative opt not to proceed with the candidates application. If applicable Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
Required Experience:
IC
View more
View less
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
$ 200000 - 245000
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
