Senior Software Engineer, Controls at PlusAI

Santa Clara, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Autonomous Vehicles, Automotive, RoboticsIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Master’s or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, along with at least two years of experience in machine learning (MLE) or industry experience designing and developing for control systems.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will design, implement, and enhance control algorithms, developing frameworks that integrate Model Predictive Control (MPC) with learning-based approaches such as Deep Learning (DL), Reinforcement Learning (RL), and Inverse Reinforcement Learning (IL). You will be responsible for the conceptual design and implementation of data-driven controllers, collaborating with domain experts and stakeholders to specify insights for trajectory tracking problems. You will develop tools and infrastructure for dataset generation, training, and evaluation to advance online control optimization, ensuring a real-time focus and efficient operation in compute-constrained environments. You will take a lead role in vehicle testing through offline simulation and public roads, performing root cause analysis and debugging to address any issues, and tracking and incorporating multidisciplinary research advancements in the field of autonomy.

Skills

Model Predictive Control
MPC
Deep Learning
Reinforcement Learning
Imitation Learning
Machine Learning
Control Algorithms
Data-Driven Control
Dataset Generation
Real-Time Systems
Trajectory Tracking
Autonomous Systems

PlusAI

Develops autonomous driving systems for trucks

About PlusAI

Plus.ai develops self-driving systems specifically for heavy trucks, aiming to improve safety, comfort, and reduce carbon emissions in long-haul trucking. Their main product, PlusDrive, is designed to enhance the efficiency of commercial transportation. The system operates through a closed-loop learning mechanism, allowing for continuous updates and improvements via over-the-air software updates. Plus.ai differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on partnerships with large logistics firms and truck manufacturers, and by conducting extensive testing to validate their technology. The company's goal is to lead the autonomous trucking industry by providing solutions that enhance safety and sustainability in transportation.

Santa Clara, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$799.3MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Company Equity

Risks

Geopolitical tensions with China may affect Plus's operations.
Reliance on partners like Hyundai could be risky if they develop own technologies.
New safety regulations may require costly adjustments to Plus's technology.

Differentiation

Plus is a leader in autonomous trucking with its PlusDrive system.
Partnerships with Hyundai and FAW enhance Plus's global market presence.
Plus's AI-based PlusProtect technology expands its reach beyond trucking.

Upsides

Collaboration with Alibaba Cloud boosts Plus's data processing capabilities.
Launch of PlusProtect opens new markets in passenger vehicle safety systems.
Recognition as a 2024 Edison Award Gold Winner highlights Plus's innovation.

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