Software Engineer, Infrastructure (Onboard System & Toolchain) at pony.ai

Fremont, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Autonomous Driving, Autonomous MobilityIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or above in computer science or related major
3+ years of professional experience in software engineering
Solid experience developing production-quality software in C/C++, Python
Strong understanding of Unix/Linux based operating systems
Proficiency in Git and experience with Git-based development workflows
Exceptional troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Experience
Proficient in containerization and orchestration, with hands-on experience in container runtimes (e.g., Docker, containerd) and orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes)
Proficiency with Bazel or similar large-scale build systems and dependency management tools
Hands-on experience developing with or integrating distributed database systems in diverse environments
Experienced in creating dashboards and reports to communicate analytical insights using data visualization tools (e.g., Metabase)
Skilled in backend development with Python, covering API design (REST/GraphQL), distributed data pipelines, and system integration, using modern frameworks and cloud-native practices

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain the core systems and toolchain that empower the development of fully autonomous driving technologies, including in-vehicle systems and offline infrastructures for replay, simulation, and system diagnostics
Build robust infrastructure to enable efficient performance evaluation, large-scale data processing, and fast iteration for mission-critical systems
Design, build, and maintain scalable and efficient pipelines to support development and deployment of autonomous driving software on vehicle platforms and in offline environments
Optimize build and test performance by analyzing bottlenecks, caching strategies, and test topology
Develop and maintain scalable simulation and replay platforms to evaluate vehicle software behavior
Design and implement interactive dashboards and data visualization tools to surface insights across vehicle and simulation data
Collaborate with various engineering teams to ensure the infrastructure supports cross-functional needs, including real-time systems, simulation, and machine learning modules

Skills

Infrastructure Engineering

Toolchain Development

Replay Systems

Simulation

System Diagnostics

Data Pipelines

Build Optimization

CI/CD

Caching Strategies

Performance Analysis

Test Topology

pony.ai

Develops autonomous driving technology solutions

About pony.ai

Pony.ai develops technology for autonomous driving, focusing on creating systems that can operate vehicles without human intervention. Their main product, the "virtual driver," is tested extensively in various driving conditions to ensure reliability. This technology is utilized in three main areas: Robotaxi services for passengers, Robotruck services for logistics and freight, and Personally Owned Vehicles for individual users. Unlike many competitors, Pony.ai tailors its solutions to meet the needs of different customer segments, including everyday travelers and commercial logistics companies. The company's goal is to advance autonomous mobility, making it accessible and efficient for everyone.

Fremont, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$718.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, Automotive & TransportationIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Risks

Competition from Baidu in Hong Kong may impact Pony.ai's market share.

Regulatory changes in China could challenge Pony.ai's compliance and operations.

Tesla's expansion into China poses a competitive threat to Pony.ai.

Differentiation

Pony.ai's 'virtual driver' technology is a leader in autonomous driving innovation.

The company operates across Robotaxi, Robotruck, and Personally Owned Vehicles units.

Pony.ai collaborates with automotive manufacturers for seamless technology integration.

Upsides

Pony.ai plans to expand its robotaxi fleet to over 1,000 by 2025.

The company is introducing driverless services at Hong Kong International Airport.

Pony.ai received over $223 million in strategic investments in November 2024.

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