Senior Software Engineer - Fallback Stack

Applied Intuition

Sunnyvale, California, United States
Base: $145,000 - $245,000 usd annually; equity: op...
On-site
6+ years autonomy software experience
Strong c++ programming skills
Experience with l4 autonomous driving systems
Applied Intuition is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Fallback Stack to define and architect systems for L4 autonomous trucking. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in autonomy software, particularly in fallback behaviors, and strong programming skills in C++

Job Summary

  • The role involves defining the architecture for the L4 trucking fallback stack to handle uncertainty and execute minimal risk maneuvers.
  • Candidates will work closely with behavior, planning, and perception engineers to align safety logic with operational constraints.
  • Applied Intuition offers a comprehensive compensation package including base salary, equity, health benefits, and a learning stipend.

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Applied Intuition is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Fallback Stack to define and architect systems for L4 autonomous trucking. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in autonomy software, particularly in fallback behaviors, and strong programming skills in C++.

Salary

Base: $145,000 - $245,000 USD annually; Equity: Options and/or restricted stock units included; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401k match, and wellness stipends

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 6+ years autonomy software experience
  • Strong C++ programming skills
  • Experience with L4 autonomous driving systems
  • Designing fallback or degraded driving behaviors
  • Integrating multiple autonomy subsystems

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with remote operations and tele-guidance
  • Familiarity with ISO 26262 and UL 4600 standards
  • Background in L4 trucking or robotaxi programs
  • Depth in perception and motion planning edge cases
  • Experience building new autonomy capabilities from scratch

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
  • 6+ years of experience in L4 autonomous driving
  • Strong proficiency in C++
  • Proven track record in autonomy system architecture

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