Staff Behavior Planning Software Engineer

XPeng • San Diego, CA

72d • $179,400 - $303,600

About The Position

XPENG is a leading smart technology company at the forefront of innovation, integrating advanced AI and autonomous driving technologies into its vehicles, including electric vehicles (EVs), electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and robotics. With a strong focus on intelligent mobility, XPENG is dedicated to reshaping the future of transportation through cutting-edge R&D in AI, machine learning, and smart connectivity.

Requirements

• MS./Ph.D. in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Robotics or related disciplines and minimum 3-5 + years of software engineering experiences
• Deep knowledge of optimization and mathematics
• Excellent programming skills and knowledge of C/C++
• Prior autonomous driving stack algorithm development experience, e.g. in the field of prediction, planning, parking etc.

Nice To Haves

• Non-linear optimization and quadratic optimization theory
• Background in autonomous driving is strongly preferred
• Background in machine learning is preferred
• Training/development experience of model-based perception/planning modules
• Fluent Python skills and knowledge is preferred
• Able to learn quickly and adapt to fast business iteration
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Design and implement state-of-art rule-based and model-based Behavior-Planning and Motion-Planning algorithms for our autonomous driving system, including urban-driving, highway-driving, driving in unstructured areas and parking
• Test, debug, optimize and satisfy business requirements for our autonomous driving systems
• Work with multi-discipline engineering team on HW/SW integration

Benefits

• A fun, supportive and engaging environment
• Opportunity to make significant impact on the transportation revolution by the means of advancing autonomous driving
• Opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies with the top talent in the field
• Competitive compensation package
• Snacks, lunches and fun activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Repair and Maintenance
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees