Description:

AeroVect is seeking an experienced Technical Lead for the position of Staff Software Engineer, Motion Planning, to architect and lead the development of advanced planning systems for autonomous driving in structured, low-speed environments.
The role involves leading the planning team, owning the planning module roadmap, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality planning systems.
The candidate will leverage their experience in building production-grade planners to drive the development of the mission planner, behavior planner, and motion planner, aiming for category-defining vehicle autonomy for the airside.
This position offers a seasoned leader the opportunity to develop a market-defining enterprise product that integrates autonomous vehicle technology with a robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) business model.
The role reports to the Head of Autonomy and collaborates closely with the autonomy engineering team.
Responsibilities include setting clear goals for the planning team, balancing leadership with hands-on technical work, maintaining the planning module roadmap, and collaborating cross-functionally to create an integrated autonomous driving system.
The candidate will also establish and promote best practices in software development, functional safety, and systems engineering within the planning team.

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Math, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Physics, or a related field is required.
Extensive experience in developing planning modules for autonomous systems is necessary, along with prior leadership or team management experience.
The candidate must have a proven ability to manage and deliver complex engineering projects.
Strong programming skills in C++ (preferred) or Python, and experience with Linux-based operating systems are essential.
Excellent communication skills, proactiveness, and a strong sense of ownership are required.
Desired qualifications include an MS or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field, mastery of Modern C++ (14 and beyond), and safety-critical coding practices (e.g., MISRA, ISO 26262).
A minimum of 5 years of industry experience in planning for robotic ground vehicles is preferred.
An in-depth understanding of DDS frameworks like ROS/ROS2 or other networking middleware is desired.
Experience in startup environments, demonstrating adaptability to rapidly changing priorities, is also a plus.

The position offers the opportunity to work in a transformative company that is redefining ground handling with autonomy.
Employees will be part of a collaborative and innovative team that is at the forefront of autonomous vehicle technology.
The role provides a chance to develop a market-defining enterprise product, contributing to the future of aviation and ground services.
The company is backed by top-tier venture capital investors, providing a stable and growth-oriented work environment.
Employees can expect a competitive salary and benefits package, although specific details are not provided in the job description.