Founding ML Engineer at Coco

California, United States

Coco Logo
$150,000 – $225,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Logistics, Robotics, Autonomous VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

  • 2+ years experience in machine learning, computer vision, robotics, or autonomous systems
  • Proven track record of training and deploying a real world neural network
  • Extremely well versed in the models and techniques that have been used and are currently in use with autonomous driving or robotics systems in constrained, production environments (SfM, SLAM, large-scale mapping & localization, RL, imitation learning, neural rendering, etc.)
  • Expertise in training and deploying deep learning models, particularly in vision (CNNs, object detection, semantic segmentation)
  • Excellent programming skills in Python and C++. Practical experience with PyTorch
  • Experience in optimizing large-scale ML models and deploying them on distributed cloud/edge infrastructure
  • Strong leadership and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop the architecture and implementation of machine learning models that power the autonomous vehicle’s perception, decision-making, and control systems
  • Design and implement algorithms for object detection, sensor fusion, path planning, and real-time decision-making
  • Develop and maintain robust data pipelines to ingest, label, and preprocess data from multiple sensors (LiDAR, cameras, radar)
  • Train and optimize deep learning models using simulation and real-world data. Focus on improving system accuracy, robustness, and efficiency
  • Build simulation environments to test various driving scenarios and edge cases; work closely with the hardware team to ensure smooth integration of software with vehicle systems
  • Ensure that the autopilot system adheres to safety standards and regulations, incorporating redundancy and fail-safe mechanisms
  • Play a key role in recruiting, mentoring, and leading a high-performance machine learning and autonomy team

Skills

Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Object Detection
Sensor Fusion
Path Planning
LiDAR
Computer Vision
Data Pipelines
Real-time Decision Making
Autonomy Stack
Perception Systems
Control Systems

Coco

Food delivery service from local restaurants

About Coco

CocoDelivery.com is a food delivery service that connects customers with local restaurants, ensuring faster, hotter, and fresher deliveries. It features a transparent pricing model with a single delivery fee, avoiding hidden costs that are common in the industry. The company also supports local restaurants by helping them reach a wider customer base, while operating with a commitment to zero emissions, appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. By charging a delivery fee shared with restaurants, CocoDelivery.com aims to maintain lower fees and generate profits through high order volume.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$40.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Social ImpactIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

Dependency on Uber's platform may lead to loss of direct customer relationships.
Technological challenges in partnerships could delay delivery improvements.
Reliance on robotic systems may face public resistance and technological malfunctions.

Differentiation

Coco promises faster, hotter, and fresher deliveries than competitors.
The company operates with a zero-emissions model, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.
Transparent pricing with no markups or tips sets Coco apart in the delivery industry.

Upsides

Partnership with Uber Eats expands market reach and customer base.
Advancements in AI and robotics reduce operational costs and increase efficiency.
Growing demand for sustainable delivery aligns with Coco's zero-emissions promise.

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