Autonomy Application Architect
Core
Design and implement vehicle-level autonomous machine systems from requirements to production, leading a team of autonomy engineers.
Role type
Senior Autonomy Application Architect
Builds
Autonomous systems for real-world tasks in mining, construction, and agricultural machines
Domain
Heavy machinery / Autonomous systems / Mining & Construction
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Autonomous systems architecture, System design, Risk analysis, Project estimation, C++, Python, Linux development, Functional safety (ISO 26262/SOTIF), Simulation (SiL/HiL)
Preferred skills
Caterpillar Command ecosystem experience, Mining/construction domain expertise, Product lifecycle management, Data analysis with custom scripts
Technologies
C++, Python, Linux, Simulation tools, SiL, HiL
Responsibilities
Design and implement autonomous machine systems; Lead autonomy engineering teams; Collaborate with software, hardware, and platform teams; Perform risk and benefit analysis; Triage and resolve system-level issues in development and production.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership