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Autonomy Engineer

Irving, Texas, US💼 Full-time💰 $97,530–$97,530🗓 2026-09-22 → 2026-09-27

Core

Design, develop, and validate planning software and algorithms enabling autonomous machines to navigate and execute complex work tasks in dynamic environments.

Role type

Robotics Planning Engineer (Autonomy)

Builds

Planning software, APIs, software frameworks, and reusable components for navigation, motion, path, and terrain planning.

Domain

Robotics, Autonomous Systems, Motion Planning, Optimization

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

C++ development, Python, motion planning algorithms, robotics frameworks, system architecture design, simulation and validation, debugging and profiling, software development lifecycle

Preferred skills

ROS, controls theory, optimization techniques, autonomous systems expertise

Technologies

C++, Python, Robot Operating System (ROS)

Responsibilities

Design and optimize motion planning algorithms for safe autonomous operation; develop and maintain C++ software libraries and planning frameworks; collaborate with autonomy, perception, and controls teams to define requirements and create test scenarios; analyze field and test data to ensure system reliability; contribute to scalable planning architectures adaptable across different machine types and environments.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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