Senior/Staff Software Engineer - Learned Trajectory Machine Learning Engineer

9 Months ago • All levels • Research Development • $230,000 PA - $317,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Prediction & Behavior ML team is responsible for developing machine learning (ML) algorithms that learn and predict behaviors from data, applying them both on-vehicle to influence driving behavior and off-vehicle to provide ML capabilities to simulation and validation. The Learned Trajectory Machine Learning Engineer will be responsible for developing deep learned models that produce trajectories for vehicles to drive, collaborating closely with the Planner and Perception teams. This role involves developing new deep learning models using imitation learning and reinforcement learning, leveraging large-scale ML infrastructure, developing metrics and tools for error analysis, and collaborating with engineers on Perception, Planning, and Simulation.
Must have:
  • Develop new deep learning models for driving plans
  • Estimate quality of driving plans
  • Leverage ML infrastructure for solutions
  • Develop metrics and tools for error analysis
  • Collaborate with Perception, Planning, Simulation teams
  • BS, MS, or PhD in computer science or related field
  • Experience with transformer-based models and RL
  • Experience with production ML pipelines
  • Fluency in Python, basic C++
  • Extensive programming and algorithm design experience
  • Strong mathematics skills
Good to have:
  • Conference or Journal publications in ML or Robotics
  • Prior experience with Prediction or autonomous vehicles/robotics
Perks:
  • Paid time off
  • Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights
  • Amazon RSUs
  • Health insurance
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Sign-on bonus may be offered

Job Details

The Prediction & Behavior ML team is responsible for developing machine learning (ML) algorithms that learn and predict behaviors from data, applying them both on-vehicle to influence driving behavior and off-vehicle to provide ML capabilities to simulation and validation. Given the tight integration of behavior forecasting and motion planning, our team collaborates closely with the Planner team to advance overall vehicle behavior. We also work closely with our Perception, Simulation, and Systems Engineering teams  to accelerate our ability to validate our driving performance.

As a Learned Trajectory Machine Learning Engineer you will be responsible for developing deep  learned models that produce trajectories for our vehicles to drive. Given the tight integration of behavior prediction and motion planning, you will closely collaborate with the Planner and Perception teams in the advancement of our overall vehicle behavior.

In this role, you will:

    • You will develop new deep learning models that use imitation learning and reinforcement learning to generate driving plans for our autonomous vehicle. You will also work on techniques to estimate the quality of those driving plans along the dimensions of safety, progress, comfort etc.
    • You will leverage our large-scale machine learning infrastructure to discover new solutions and push the boundaries of the field
    • You will develop metrics and tools to analyze errors and understand improvements of our systems
    • You will collaborate with engineers on Perception, Planning, and Simulation to solve the overall Autonomous Driving problem in complex urban environments

Qualifications

    • BS, MS, or PhD degree in computer science or related field
    • Experience with training and deploying transformer-based model architectures and reinforcement learning
    • Experience with production Machine Learning pipelines: dataset creation, training frameworks, metrics pipelines
    • Fluency in Python with a basic understanding of C++
    • Extensive experience with programming and algorithm design
    • Strong mathematics skills

Bonus Qualifications

    • Conference or Journal publications in Machine Learning or Robotics related venues
    • Prior experience with Prediction and/or autonomous vehicles or robotics in general
$230,000 - $317,000 a year
Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

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