Software Engineer, Infrastructure - Autonomy & Robotics Job at DoorDash (San Francisco)

Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy - Behavior, Planning & Controls

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing next-g...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

180000.00 - 198000.00 USD / Year

Cyngn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MS/PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Strong proficiency in C++ and Python with a deep understanding of software development best practices
Solid foundation in robotics principles, particularly motion planning and control systems
Strong background in vehicle dynamics and experience applying these principles to autonomous systems
Knowledge of nonlinear optimization and search-based planning techniques
Familiarity with ROS2 for designing, building, and operating robotic systems
Strong mathematical foundation, including geometry, linear algebra, and probability
Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Strong communication and cross-team collaboration skills

Job Responsibility

Design, implement, and optimize motion planning and control algorithms for autonomous vehicles
Develop and enhance software infrastructure for vehicle simulation, performance validation, and system diagnostics
Architect and refine path-planning and tracking control algorithms to improve autonomy performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy and validate solutions in both simulated and real-world environments
Balance hands-on development, code reviews, and research to achieve product-driven milestones in a fast-paced startup environment
Integrate cutting-edge robotics research into our autonomous driving stack to enhance system capabilities

What we offer

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
Life, Short-term and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
Company 401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Flexible vacation policy
Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
Paid Parental Leave
Daily lunches for in-office employees and fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages

Fulltime

Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy - Perception, Deep Learning

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Perception te...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

180000.00 - 198000.00 USD / Year

Cyngn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MS/PhD in computer science, computer engineering, robotics, or similar technical field of study
4+ years of experience writing Python software in a production environment - unit testing, code review, algorithm performance trade-offs, etc.
Strong theoretical foundation in deep learning techniques for computer vision, with working knowledge of linear algebra, probability, and optimization
Hands-on experience developing and deploying deep learning models for real-world perception tasks (e.g., detection, segmentation, multi-object tracking)
Proficiency with libraries such as Pytorch, TensorFlow, Numpy, SciPy, OpenCV (Python), etc.
Experience building and integrating tools and infrastructure to optimize model development lifecycle, including but not limited to model versioning, model evaluation, model deployment, etc.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Job Responsibility

Design, implement, and optimize deep learning models for object detection, segmentation, and tracking using camera and lidar data
Build and maintain data pipelines, training infrastructure, and inference frameworks to support reproducible and scalable model development
Develop tools and metrics for evaluating model performance and ensuring robustness across diverse warehouse environments
Work with third-party annotation vendors to generate high-quality labeled datasets for training and validation

What we offer

Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
Life, Short-term and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
Company 401(k)
Commuter Benefits
Flexible vacation policy
Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
Paid Parental Leave
Daily lunches for in-office employees and fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages

Fulltime

Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack

As a Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack at Chef Robotics, you'll play a key ro...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

150000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of professional experience in full stack development roles
Strong proficiency with modern TypeScript frontend frameworks (React, Next.js, Vite)
Extensive experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB) and ORM libraries (SQLAlchemy, Prisma, Sequelize)
Proven experience building performant REST APIs using Node/Express, Python FastAPI, Ruby on Rails, or similar frameworks
Understanding of cloud infrastructure and deployment practices
Experience with real-time communication systems and WebSocket implementation
Understanding of system performance optimization including latency, scalability, and fault tolerance
Experience with secure data pipeline design and implementation
Knowledge of modern development practices and CI/CD workflows

Job Responsibility

Own the development and maintenance of the HMI dashboard, ensuring an intuitive and responsive user experience
Design and implement modern TypeScript frontend solutions using React, Next.js, and Vite
Implement 3D rendering features in the UI using Three.js or Three Fiber for enhanced visualization
Create user-facing interfaces optimized for autonomy and robotics operations
Develop internal tools and dashboards using Retool for monitoring and administration
Design and implement robust backend solutions that integrate with autonomy runtime systems
Build performant REST APIs using Node/Express, Python FastAPI, or similar frameworks
Expand REST API capabilities for non-autonomy actions and system control
Integrate real-time pub/sub communication with the autonomy runtime via WebSockets
Maintain secure and efficient data pipelines between on-device and cloud services

What we offer

medical, dental, and vision insurance
commuter benefits
flexible paid time off (PTO)
catered lunch
401(k) matching

Fulltime

Software Engineer, Functional Architecture

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, q...

Location

United States , Pittsburgh

Salary:

126000.00 - 201000.00 USD / Year

Aurora Innovation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of applied industry experience in software development using modern robotics frameworks
Proficient in C++ and C code, including experience with distributed or embedded applications
Knowledge of software architecture design best practices
Familiarity with modern communication technologies and networking protocols (CAN, TCP and UDP)
Working knowledge of software analysis, linting, and testing tools

Job Responsibility

Work within our Autonomy Integration team to develop infrastructure and integrate software with a modern C++ autonomy stack
Interact with autonomy planning and control software, remote assist software, and vehicle platform commands and monitoring
Develop fault monitoring of autonomy subsystems
Develop software that will directly influence on-road behavior of autonomous vehicles including mode of operation, fault management, and health monitoring
Work with software/hardware interfaces including embedded system simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and vehicle system level testing
Build tools to automate testing and analysis of the motion planning subsystem to assist in verification to safety-critical coverage standards
Development in Linux-based environments or embedded platform

What we offer

annual bonus
equity compensation

Fulltime

Staff Autonomy Engineer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

170000.00 - 215000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

9+ years of professional experience in aerospace autonomy, robotics systems, or GNC software development
BS in Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Engineering
Expert proficiency in C++ for real-time embedded software
Experience with robotics frameworks (such as ROS)
Familiarity with integrating software onto autopilots like Pixhawk
Proven track record in robotic teaming, trajectory generation, and mission planning for Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) or planetary exploration vehicles
Advanced knowledge of state estimation techniques, including vision-based navigation and sensor fusion
Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to lead complex development initiatives and specialized engineering team

Job Responsibility

Architect Autonomy Frameworks: Lead the system architecture and feature development for autonomous flight systems, with a specific focus on multi-agent coordination, task allocation, and resource scheduling in real-time environments
GNC Software Integration: Design, implement, and integrate C++ product software for guidance, navigation, and control modules. Ensure portability and scalability across diverse aerial platforms, overseeing the transition from algorithmic design to embedded deployment
State Estimation & Localization: Serve as the subject matter expert for state estimation and localization, developing software packages that fuse data from passive sensing, GPS, and IMU to ensure robust navigation in day, night, and off-road environments
Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with Systems Engineering and Flight Test teams to drive performance analysis. Lead the definition of verifiable software requirements, ensuring GNC considerations are integrated into vehicle navigation and obstacle avoidance algorithms
Safety & Compliance: Direct the development of safety-critical autonomy software, coordinating safety compliance with agencies like the FAA or NASA, and managing rigorous validation processes for flight control and autonomous path following
Simulation Infrastructure: Champion the development of simulation and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test infrastructure. Drive performance analysis of compute loads and communications to improve the rigor of delivered features before flight
Mentorship & Methodology: Lead engineering teams in Agile environments, providing oversight on trajectory generation and control implementation while mentoring engineers in best practices for autonomy and robotics

Fulltime

Software & Digital Environments Leader – Consulting

The Software & Digital Environments Leader – Consulting is a senior leader who s...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Boston Dynamics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related field
Experience working directly with external clients and owning customer relationships and delivery of technical projects
14+ years of experience in robotics software engineering or embedded systems development
Recognized track record of innovation, system leadership, and domain-defining contributions in robotics
Experience mentoring staff- and principal-level engineers and shaping technical roadmaps at the enterprise level
Globally recognized expertise in software, robotics, autonomy, embedded systems, or related fields
Mastery of core robotics disciplines (e.g., SLAM, perception, planning, embedded/real-time control, system safety)
Deep knowledge of the simulation and robotics software tools (e.g. – NVIDIA Omniverse, Isaac Sim, USD, URDF, etc.) and proven success leading the architecture and delivery of these solutions
Strong grasp of hardware/software trade-offs and cross-disciplinary systems thinking
Outstanding analytical, technical communication, and strategic planning skills

Job Responsibility

Partner with clients to define, design, and build custom software solutions that advance their adoption of dynamic robotic systems in customer-specific settings
Build and integrated tools to configure, simulate, and test robots in their environments
Anticipate technology trends & provide guidance on technical architectures, simulation tools, and technical strategy for robotics platforms, as well as other tools & infrastructure
Lead the design and implementation of foundational software frameworks that scale across autonomous systems, embedded platforms, and cloud-based services
Work with custom payloads and hardware systems to drive resolution of the most complex, high-risk technical challenges facing across perception, planning, controls, safety, and hardware/software integration
Collaborate closely with engineering leadership, product management, and executive stakeholders to align technical strategies and build capabilities that may support the core business
Serve as a mentor and multiplier—raising the technical bar across teams and empowering staff-level engineers
Represent the organization in industry forums, academia, standards bodies, or strategic partnerships
Act as a cultural and technical steward—reinforcing engineering excellence, innovation, and ethical robotics development

Staff Software Engineer, Technical Lead

Provide hands-on technical leadership for the core software platform that powers...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

140000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

Chef Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of software engineering with 3+ years in technical leadership roles
Track record delivering production robotic systems, IoT devices, or autonomous systems at scale
Experience designing reliable systems for B2B/enterprise deployments
On-device platform expertise: OS configuration, device drivers, system services, networking stack configuration
Robotics middleware: ROS/ROS2, real-time systems, sensor integration
Infrastructure: Containerization (Docker/K8s), CI/CD pipelines, monitoring/observability

Job Responsibility

Define and evolve the architecture for on-robot software, including OS configuration, hardware abstraction, middleware, and system services
Lead middleware architecture decisions for real-time robot control, sensor integration, and inter-process communication
Establish patterns for full-stack development, connecting on-robot systems to cloud services and web interfaces
Write production code for high-impact features across the stack: robotics middleware, backend services, and cloud infrastructure
Lead critical technical initiatives, including robotic platform software, cloud data pipelines, and fleet management platform
Build robust deployment, monitoring, and OTA update systems for production robot fleets
Debug the most challenging issues from kernel/driver level through the application layer
Establish engineering standards and processes that balance rigor with startup agility
Champion reliability, observability, and testing practices across embedded and cloud systems
Mentor engineers through code reviews, design discussions, and pairing sessions

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Commuter benefits
Flexible paid time off (PTO)
Catered lunch
401(k) matching

Fulltime

Software Engineer, Robotics & Autonomous Systems

Scale's Robotics business unit is dedicated to solving the data bottleneck in Ph...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

216200.00 - 270250.00 USD / Year

Scale

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of software engineering experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, or related fields
Strong programming skills in Python and TypeScript/Node.js for production systems
Experience with React and modern frontend development for 3D interfaces
Practical experience with robotics frameworks (ROS/ROS2), simulation environments, or AV systems
Understanding of distributed systems, workflow orchestration, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Temporal, Kubernetes, Docker)
Experience with databases (MongoDB, PostgreSQL) and data processing at scale
Track record of working with cross-functional teams including ML engineers, researchers, and customers
Strong communication skills and ability to operate with high autonomy

Job Responsibility

Own and architect large-scale data processing pipelines for robotics and autonomous vehicle datasets
Build ML training and fine-tuning pipelines using Scale's robotics data
Work across backend (Python, Node.js, C++) and frontend (React, TypeScript) stacks to build end-to-end solutions
Develop tools and systems for robotics data collection, teleoperation, and model evaluation
Interact directly with robotics and AV stakeholders to understand their technical needs and drive product development
Build real-time systems for robotic control, sensor fusion, and perception pipelines
Design comprehensive monitoring and evaluation frameworks for robotics models and data quality
Collaborate with ML engineers and researchers to bring robotics research into production
Deliver features at high velocity while maintaining system reliability and performance

What we offer

Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
retirement benefits
a learning and development stipend
generous PTO
equity based compensation
a commuter stipend (may be eligible)

Fulltime

Software Engineer, Infrastructure - Autonomy & Robotics

DoorDash

Location:
United States , San Francisco

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Posted:
May 16, 2026

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