CareerPlan

Control Engineer, Behavior Actuation

Palo Alto, CAFull-time2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10

Core

Develop state-of-the-art vehicle control and estimation algorithms from prototype to production for autonomous driving systems.

Role type

Control Engineer (Autonomous Driving)

Builds

Real-time vehicle control solutions for AD/ADAS

Domain

Automotive, Autonomous Driving, Control Systems

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Control theory (MPC), Estimation, C++ programming, Requirements analysis, Test data review, DRI ownership

Preferred skills

Machine learning (RL, learning-based control), Convex optimization, Vehicle dynamics, Japanese language

Technologies

C++, MPC, Estimation algorithms

Responsibilities

Write and edit C++ code to implement control algorithms; Review requirements and determine appropriate control algorithms; Review test data and ride along in test vehicles; Act as DRI for software components and represent the team during V&V activities; Balance immediate production needs with speculative advanced development work

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC