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Join Lyft's cutting-edge team as a Senior Software Engineer focused on Autonomous Vehicle technology. You will play a pivotal role in developing software solutions that enhance the safety and efficiency of our autonomous fleet. Your work will directly impact the future of transportation, making it safer and more accessible for all.

Lyft is building partnerships to support the future of autonomous vehicles. The company aims to be the top marketplace and operational partner for leading AV providers, technology companies, OEMs, and fleet operators. This work sits at the center of Lyft’s growth strategy as autonomous vehicles become a larger part of mobility. Role overview The Senior Manager of Autonomous Vehicle Partnerships will lead efforts to develop and strengthen relationships with AV partners. This role shapes how Lyft collaborates with technology providers, manufacturers, and fleet operators, working to create commercial value for all parties. Success means creating partnerships that help both Lyft and its partners grow and succeed together. What you will do Build and manage strategic relationships with AV companies, OEMs, and fleet operators Represent Lyft as a key partner throughout the AV value chain Work across teams to support AV integration and operations on the Lyft platform Identify new partnership opportunities and negotiate agreements that benefit both Lyft and AV partners Foster collaboration and communication between internal teams and external partners Location This position is based in San Francisco, CA.

Join Our Team as an Autonomous Vehicle Test Operator!At Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG), a pioneer in field data collection since 2017, we are at the forefront of automation where it has yet to be realized. Our mission is to gather invaluable data that empowers organizations to make informed decisions, even in the most challenging environments. We pride ourselves on our dedicated field data collection teams operating across Europe and North America, ready to tackle new challenges and opportunities.Position Summary:The Autonomous Vehicle Test Operator plays a crucial role in the evaluation and operation of self-driving vehicles in autonomous mode. This position involves collecting pertinent data, providing insightful feedback, and facilitating ride hail services for the public, ensuring a smooth and safe user experience.

In the realm of autonomous vehicles, the ability to perceive the environment is crucial for making intelligent decisions. At Waabi, our Onboard Sensors Team is dedicated to equipping our robot trucks with this vital vision. As we expand our dynamic team, we seek talented individuals to assist in the integration, deployment, ruggedization, and production of our sensor systems, enabling the Waabi Driver to adeptly navigate roads and highways. Join us in redefining the future of freight transport while working with live vehicles every day, enhancing our sensor platform to realize our ambitious vision.Your Responsibilities:- Collaborate in shaping the Waabi sensors platform as we scale up.- Tackle complex integration challenges across various sensor modalities (LIDAR, RADAR, cameras, etc.).- Deploy and troubleshoot software on actual vehicles operating in real-world conditions.- Integrate new sensor technologies into both current and future onboard platforms.- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement innovative sensor solutions.- Partner with operations teams to analyze live system behavior, address issues, and formulate strategies for system improvement.Qualifications:- Minimum of 5 years of experience in developing fielded sensor systems (including cameras, LIDAR, RADAR, GPS, IMU).- Strong collaborative skills, engaging with large, multidisciplinary teams spanning engineering and operations.- Passion for writing efficient, maintainable, and testable code.- Proficient in C/C++ or Rust (our primary language) within resource-constrained environments.- Proven ability to independently lead engineering initiatives addressing critical systems challenges.- Experienced in deploying and debugging Linux systems at a low level.- Strong understanding of temporal aspects in coordinated systems.- Enthusiastic about advancements in self-driving technologies.- Basic electronics experience, including the ability to read schematics and utilize essential testing equipment.

Join Our Dynamic Team!Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG), established in 2017, is a pioneering field data collection company based in Europe, now thriving in North America.We specialize in gathering crucial data in environments where automation falls short. Our dedicated teams meticulously collect data by counting features, capturing photographs, recording videos, and scanning areas to facilitate informed decision-making. We are constantly embracing new challenges across both Europe and North America.Position Summary:The Autonomous Vehicle Operator will take the helm of a self-driving vehicle, overseeing its operation in autonomous mode. This role involves collecting critical data, providing insightful feedback, and delivering ride-hail services to the public.

Waymo is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, dedicated to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has tirelessly worked on the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—with a mission to enhance mobility access and prevent countless lives lost to traffic accidents. Our innovative Waymo Driver powers a fully autonomous ride-hailing service and is adaptable to a variety of vehicle platforms and applications. With over ten million rider-only trips and a wealth of experience from autonomous driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions of miles in simulation across more than 15 U.S. states, we are leading the charge towards safer roads.As a Tech Lead for the software-fault release evaluation team, you will spearhead the development of a comprehensive system that executes a simulation-based "virtual driver’s test" for the Waymo Driver. This initiative is critical in identifying lingering software faults, such as "divide-by-zero" or "out-of-memory" errors, which could compromise the reliability of the Waymo Driver in real-world scenarios.

Role Overview:The Depot Supervisor will lead the operations and management of our depot focused on autonomous vehicles. This pivotal role involves ensuring safe and efficient deployment of AVs for testing, requiring a comprehensive understanding of AV technology along with exceptional organizational and leadership skills. You will coordinate and manage a diverse team of drivers and support staff to meet our service objectives.

About Mach IndustriesEstablished in 2022, Mach Industries is a dynamic and innovative defense technology firm dedicated to pioneering next-generation autonomous defense platforms. Our mission centers on providing scalable, decentralized defense systems that bolster the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a passionate team of approximately 220 employees, we embody the agility and ambition of a startup.We aim to transform the future of warfare through exceptional manufacturing, rapid innovation, and a steadfast commitment to national security. Our focus is on addressing the challenges of modern warfare with advanced systems designed to deter kinetic conflict and enhance global safety.The RoleAs a Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in the creation of our autonomous defense systems. Your responsibilities will include designing, developing, and optimizing mission-critical applications with an emphasis on real-time performance, reliability, and security. This role requires technical expertise, flexibility, and a sense of ownership, as you will engage with the entire software stack to craft and launch high-performance systems within a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, test, and sustain software for autonomous defense platforms, guaranteeing exceptional performance, reliability, and security.Craft and implement efficient, thoroughly tested code in C++, Rust, Python, or C to power real-time systems.Design end-to-end software solutions, from low-level firmware to high-level mission software.Collaborate closely with embedded engineers, GNC specialists, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software.Optimize software for real-time execution, ensuring low-latency operation on embedded platforms and edge computing systems.Adopt secure coding practices to fortify software against cyber threats and comply with defense cybersecurity standards.Utilize DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing to enhance software development and deployment efficiency.Diagnose, debug, and enhance complex software systems, ensuring they fulfill mission-critical reliability standards.

Lyft is building new ways to connect and serve communities. The company values diversity, inclusion, and the growth of every team member. Role Overview As Business Development Manager for Autonomous Vehicles, work at the intersection of technology and transportation in San Francisco, CA. The shift to autonomous vehicles is a major focus for Lyft. This role shapes how Lyft partners with leading AV providers, from technology startups to OEMs and fleet operators. What You Will Do Develop and launch new partnerships with autonomous vehicle companies Build and manage a pipeline of business opportunities in the AV space Collaborate across teams to support AV partners throughout the value chain Help define Lyft’s strategy as a marketplace and operational partner for AV providers Work Environment Expect a collaborative setting where new ideas are encouraged. The pace is quick, and innovation drives decisions. This position has a direct impact on the future of Lyft’s AV partnerships.

Role Overview:As an Autonomous Vehicle Operations Supervisor at TSMG, you will take the lead in overseeing daily operations, ensuring seamless communication between our esteemed clients' program managers and our dedicated team of vehicle specialists and operators. Your primary responsibility will be to manage a team of operators, guaranteeing the efficient execution of missions as requested by our clients.Qualifications:We are looking for candidates with strong leadership skills, a passion for technology, and experience in operational management within the automotive or tech sectors. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a keen ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment.

Flexport is looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join the Autonomous Freight Systems group in San Francisco, California. This role focuses on building and improving the technology that powers autonomous freight operations at Flexport. Key responsibilities Collaborate with teams across disciplines to design and implement solutions that make logistics processes more efficient and reliable. Use software engineering skills to advance the development of autonomous freight systems. Support projects that help grow and stabilize Flexport’s freight technology platform. Location This position is based in San Francisco, California.

Software Engineer, Delivery Network Platform Join Zipline, where we are revolutionizing logistics with an autonomous delivery network. As part of the Delivery Network Platform team, you will develop the foundational systems that enable aircraft, sites, and infrastructure to operate seamlessly in live delivery scenarios. Your work will involve creating software solutions that provide operators with real-time insights and control, designing orchestration systems that manage fleet movements, and developing validation platforms to ensure the network's reliability as it scales. Your Responsibilities You will be responsible for software systems that are pivotal to fleet operations, including: Network Operating Center software for real-time visibility and interventions across aircraft, sites, missions, weather, and demand. Fleet orchestration systems for assignment, routing, scheduling, and rebalancing tasks. Maintenance and asset health systems linking issue detection to service readiness. Simulation and validation platforms to assess topology, load, and policy changes prior to production. Platform interfaces and configurable control planes that empower other teams to safely extend the network. Tackling Complex Challenges Unlike typical software roles focused on digital experiences, this position plays a critical role in managing a live autonomous logistics network. You'll address challenges such as: Maintaining an accurate real-time view of aircraft and essential site assets across the network. Ensuring the network remains operational amidst shifting demand, changing weather conditions, infrastructure issues, or capacity constraints. Creating user-friendly operator control interfaces that facilitate quick and accurate decision-making under pressure. Simulating potential future network behaviors to mitigate risks before they impact production. These systems directly affect operational performance. You will own significant components of the platform, make critical technical and product decisions, and have a substantial impact on the network's effectiveness. Team Dynamics Our team operates with a strong emphasis on ownership, trust, and high technical standards. Engineers are expected to identify significant problems, develop a clear vision for system functionality, and drive solutions from conception to production. Additionally, we encourage engineers to leverage AI tools to enhance exploration, implementation, and debugging processes while upholding strong engineering principles, judgment, and accountability.

Role overview Lyft seeks a Senior Product Manager to join its Autonomous Vehicles division in San Francisco. The position centers on moving AV technology forward and influencing the future of Lyft’s autonomous transportation products. What you will do Lead product development and set strategy for AV projects at Lyft. Collaborate with engineering, design, and operations teams to enhance safety, efficiency, and the overall user experience of autonomous vehicles. Apply data and insights to guide decisions and shape the AV product roadmap. Support Lyft’s goal of expanding transportation access through autonomous technology. Location This role is based in San Francisco, CA.

Position: Autonomous Vehicle Operator (Temporary, Full-Time) Location: On-site in South San Francisco, CA 94080 or Santa Clara, CA 95054. Initial training takes place in Santa Clara. Duration: 12 months. Comprehensive benefits are included. Role overview Autonomous Vehicle Operators help drive Nuro’s mission by operating test vehicles equipped with proprietary self-driving technology. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and careful attention to detail. Operators support the development of autonomous systems and must reach training milestones both in and out of the vehicle. What you will do Drive autonomous test vehicles in both manual and autonomous modes for up to 8 hours a day, following safety and operational protocols in a variety of traffic conditions. Use Nuro’s proprietary software to collect data in real-world scenarios and share detailed feedback with engineering teams. Troubleshoot operational issues as they occur, collaborating with the Mission Operations (dispatch) team to resolve problems and achieve mileage targets. Perform routine vehicle checks before and after each mission. Handle basic vehicle upkeep, including washing and inflating tires. Occasionally interact with members of the public to share information about autonomous vehicle technology. Represent Nuro by conducting safe, professional ridealongs for senior leaders and stakeholders, answering questions and communicating clearly.

Waymo, a leader in autonomous driving technology, is dedicated to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, we have developed the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—to enhance mobility access and significantly reduce traffic-related fatalities. Our technology has successfully completed over ten million rider-only trips, thanks to our extensive experience of autonomously navigating more than 100 million miles on public roads and executing tens of billions of miles in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.The Hardware Engineering team at Waymo is a dynamic and collaborative group of electrical, mechanical, reliability, software, and vehicle engineers. We design, construct, and refine the essential components that serve as the sensory systems for Waymo's autonomous driving technology, integrating these innovations into various vehicle platforms. We’re on the lookout for inquisitive and skilled individuals to help propel us forward.This position operates under a hybrid work schedule and reports to the Systems Engineering Manager.

Exciting OpportunityJoin Enigma at a pivotal moment in our journey. Our innovative products are delivering significant value to clients, and we are eager to enhance our capabilities and market presence.We are in search of a seasoned Senior Software Engineer to join our Applied Technologies team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and overseeing vital systems dedicated to financial crime prevention and broader risk management, collaborating with both teammates and clients to tackle impactful, real-world challenges.Your RoleAs a Senior Product Software Engineer within the Applied Technologies team, you will architect, develop, and manage model-driven solutions and products that tackle intricate challenges such as sanctions screening, anti-money laundering (AML), fraud detection, and other risk-related scenarios. You will work closely with go-to-market teams, product managers, engineers, and client stakeholders to transform genuine customer requirements into scalable, production-ready solutions.You will take ownership of key product functionalities from conception to deployment, shaping and executing technical designs and roadmaps while applying sound judgment and engineering principles. This position is perfect for an engineer who thrives in ambiguous problem spaces, enjoys engaging in the entire product lifecycle, and is driven by delivering high-impact solutions that generate substantial value for customers.Your ResponsibilitiesDevelop scalable, high-availability, high-throughput, model-driven solutions and products for both cloud and on-premises environments.Resolve challenges using containers, cloud infrastructure, and infrastructure as code, utilizing technologies such as Docker, AWS, Google Cloud, and Terraform.Manage project timelines and deliverables in collaboration with client stakeholders and team members, proactively identifying potential delays and ensuring timely delivery.Commit to writing clean, well-tested, and maintainable code, with Python and React as core technologies.Possess a keen interest in utilizing AI-assisted tools like Claude Code and Cursor.Familiarity with LLM agent integrations such as MCP, API calls, and query optimization.Recognize and resolve issues that may go unnoticed by others.Motivate and inspire your team members to perform at their best while fostering a collaborative and supportive team culture.Why This Role is ExcitingImpact: Your technical expertise and leadership will directly influence our customers and the success of our products in the market.

DoorDash Labs is an innovative team at DoorDash, dedicated to developing autonomous delivery robots and cutting-edge autonomy solutions that power DoorDash's delivery platform, utilized by millions worldwide. If you are passionate about the intersection of robotics and service technology, we would love to connect with you!About the RoleWe are on the lookout for a highly skilled and hands-on Senior Electrical Engineer to spearhead the design and development of electrical systems for our four-wheeled autonomous delivery robot. This pivotal role involves delivering high-quality, production-ready hardware that encompasses high-speed digital design, PCB assembly, RF integration, harnessing, and board-level packaging.This position is highly technical, ideal for individuals who can navigate both system-level concepts and intricate circuit designs with ease.What You’ll DoDesign and innovate electrical systems for a complex mobile robotic platform, from initial concept to production.Lead high-speed digital design initiatives, including PCIe, MIPI, Ethernet, DDR, and multi-gigabit SERDES.Oversee PCBA development, including schematic capture, stack-up definition, layout guidance, impedance control, and design for manufacturability.Drive RF integration efforts including Wi-Fi, LTE/5G, GNSS, Bluetooth, RADAR, and LiDAR, focusing on antenna placement, layout constraints, and signal integrity.Develop and assess cable harness designs, connector selection, grounding strategies, and environmental robustness.Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers on board packaging, thermal management, vibration resistance, and environmental sealing.Define and implement power distribution architectures, battery interfaces, protection circuits, and system monitoring.Ensure adherence to EMI/EMC and regulatory standards (FCC/CE) including CISPR-25 and FCC Part 15 Class A.Support prototype builds and troubleshoot hardware/firmware interface issues, quickly identifying root causes and driving corrective actions.Establish design standards and conduct comprehensive design reviews within the electrical engineering team.Engage cross-functionally with firmware, robotics, systems, manufacturing, and reliability teams.

AeroVect is seeking a highly skilled Senior Planning Engineer to contribute to the design of cutting-edge planner systems for autonomous driving in structured, low-speed environments.In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of, enhance, and scale a critical planning module within our fast-paced, innovative startup. Drawing on your expertise in developing production-grade planners, you will elevate the AeroVect Driver to adeptly manage a variety of driving scenarios, establishing a benchmark for vehicle autonomy in airport operational design.Your responsibilities will encompass leading the system design and executing key enhancements to the existing AeroVect planner, which includes the global mission planner, behavior planner, and motion planner.As a generalist engineer, you will be integral to the core autonomy team, focusing on system requirements and validating autonomous driving capabilities across multiple areas of the autonomy stack. Your key tasks will involve designing, implementing, testing, and documenting robotic systems and features in C/C++ across both desktop and embedded platforms.This is an exciting opportunity for a technically adept and hands-on team leader to help forge a market-defining enterprise product that merges autonomous vehicle technology with a robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) business model. You will work closely with our co-founders and the autonomy engineering team.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine, implement, and take ownership of practical enhancements to the core planner module, focusing on achieving milestones, expanding the team, and collaborating with internal and external partners. Expect to dedicate 80% of your time to hands-on development while leading the planning module roadmap, managing schedules, eliminating obstacles, and mentoring the team to achieve ambitious goals.Lead a team of engineers in deploying all components essential for reliable autonomous driving in airside environments, including vehicle corridors and aprons.Design, implement, test, and support all facets of ground vehicle autonomy, which includes planning, prediction, perception, localization, controls, and infrastructure subsystems.Qualify all subsystems using objective metrics, with a strong emphasis on functional safety and adherence to systems engineering best practices.Collaborate with vehicle engineering teams to develop an integrated system, encompassing sensor and compute selection and integration.Stay informed about the latest advancements in the field.

Waymo is pioneering the future of autonomous driving technology with a commitment to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, we have dedicated ourselves to developing the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™. Our mission is to enhance mobility access while significantly reducing the number of lives lost to traffic accidents. The Waymo Driver not only powers our fully autonomous ride-hail service but is also adaptable to various vehicle platforms and product applications. With over ten million rider-only trips completed and experience from driving over 100 million miles on public roads, we are transforming transportation across 15+ U.S. states.The Planner Reasoning Team is at the forefront of our technology development, directly influencing the behavior of the Waymo Driver. Our work impacts both onboard and off-board system architectures, facilitating future explorations in deep learning. Join us to enhance the Waymo Driver's performance and uphold our outstanding safety record as we expand into new cities.In this hybrid role, you will report to an Engineering Manager.