Senior Software Engineer, Behavior Planning

The role

This person will design and build behavior planning systems for autonomous driving in structured, low-speed environments. They will own the design and implementation of key modules in the behavior planner to determine vehicle actions in complex airside scenarios.

What you will do

• Develop and implement advanced behavior planning algorithms for autonomous vehicles
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust integration and functionality of planning systems
• Design, write, and maintain efficient and scalable code in C++ and Python
• Contribute to the architecture and continuous improvement of behavior planning software
• Conduct extensive testing in simulated environments and real-world scenarios
• Analyze system performance and implement enhancements based on data and feedback
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of code, algorithms, and system designs
• Work closely with other engineering teams to ensure seamless coordination and development

Required qualifications

• Proficient in modern C++ (11/14/17) and object-oriented programming
• Skilled in Python for rapid prototyping and testing
• Strong in debugging, profiling, and optimizing code
• Deep understanding of behavior planning algorithms such as state machines, behavior trees, and probabilistic planning
• Familiarity with path planning algorithms like A*, RRT, or optimization-based methods
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of industry experience in autonomous driving, robotics, or a related field

Nice to have

• Knowledge of state machines, behavior trees, and decision-making under uncertainty
• Expertise in path planning algorithms such as A*, D*, and Rapidly-exploring Random Trees (RRT)
• Knowledge of machine learning techniques, especially in the context of behavior prediction and planning
• Experience with ROS / ROS2
• Implementing systems that can re-plan at high frequencies to adapt to dynamic changes in the environment
• Ensuring that behavior planning algorithms can execute with minimal latency for real-time navigation
• Proficiency in optimization techniques and probabilistic models for making informed planning decisions under uncertainty
• Master’s degree or PhD in Robotics, AI, Mathematics, or a related field with a focus on planning, optimization, or control theory

About the company

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. It is a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving.