Staff/Principal Engineer - Perception Capabilities

Mission Summary: Join our innovative team as a Staff/Principal Engineer specializing in Perception Capabilities. In this pivotal role, you will leverage advanced computer vision and deep learning technologies to develop state-of-the-art software solutions. Your extensive experience will encompass critical domains such as detection, classification, segmentation, and tracking, alongside essential functions like data engines, labeling policies, training pipelines, model optimization, simulation, and testing. Your commitment to excellence will drive substantial impact on our products, as you take initiative and ownership of outcomes. We are looking for someone eager to enhance the perception stack of self-driving vehicles. You will navigate unique challenges associated with safety-critical, open-world applications, ensuring rigorous engineering excellence and thorough evaluation. You will devise innovative solutions to complex issues, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams focused on capabilities to design, implement, and validate comprehensive solutions. What you’ll be doing: Lead the development and implementation of solutions that integrate perception components with downstream modules within our autonomy system. Analyze the performance of the perception subsystem, proactively identifying potential limitations regarding system-level capabilities. Document and lead cross-team efforts to resolve any identified hazards. Collaborate on innovative solutions to tackle “long tail” challenges, including synthetic data generation, advanced data mining, or utilizing language embeddings in onboard models. Depending on your expertise, you may also assist in optimizing and deploying models to vehicles, ensuring compliance with the constraints of our onboard hardware and functional requirements. Interface with systems and safety engineers, test engineers, and data analysts to ensure accurate requirements, test coverage, and performance metrics.

About Us At Gather AI, we're not just developing software; we're transforming the landscape of warehouse intelligence. Our innovative vision-driven platform leverages autonomous drones and existing infrastructure to capture real-time data, digitizing traditionally manual workflows. This revolutionary approach enhances operational efficiency, safety, and accuracy, redefining what it means to deliver 'on-time, in full.' If you're eager to be part of groundbreaking technology that significantly impacts a crucial industry, Gather AI is your destination. Join us in leading the charge within the dynamic robotics sector, as we reshape the global supply chain, one intelligent warehouse at a time. About the Team This role is positioned at the intersection of our Autonomy, Machine Learning, Hardware, and Product teams. You will work collaboratively with engineers specializing in drone technology, MHE Vision, and embedded systems. You'll also partner with the Product team to define scanning accuracy requirements and collaborate with Hardware and Operations to optimize camera mounting, lighting, and deployment in real-world warehouse settings. About the Role We are in search of a Staff Perception Engineer to take comprehensive technical ownership of one of Gather AI's two primary production platforms: our drone-based inventory scanning system or our MHE Vision product, which are currently implemented in customer warehouses. Your role will involve applying systems-level rigor to enhance a platform that is already functional, with goals of accelerating deployment, streamlining operation, and improving reliability at scale. This is a high-ownership, high-impact position, essential to ensuring the quality of every scan performed by our system. You will guide the technical direction and deliver measurable impacts on production systems serving real clients. What You’ll Do Conduct an audit of the camera and imaging subsystems across MHEV and Modal: assess current performance metrics (barcode decode rates, read distances, motion blur effects), and identify primary bottlenecks. Research, evaluate, and select camera and sensor hardware, specifying resolution, sensor size, lens options, and exposure controls suitable for industrial warehouse environments. Implement and fine-tune auto-exposure, gain control, and lighting strategies to adapt to variable warehouse lighting conditions, including mitigating motion blur for dynamic platforms. Develop image quality metrics and monitoring systems to sustain performance as deployments expand. Collaborate with the ML team to ensure that perception model inputs align with training and inference quality standards.

Our MissionAt Aquabyte, we are dedicated to transforming the sustainability and efficiency of aquaculture. Our bold and fulfilling mission aims to enhance fish farming practices, promoting a healthier production of low-carbon protein while addressing one of the major contributors to climate change. As the fastest-growing food production sector globally, aquaculture is at a pivotal moment, and we are committed to leveraging technology to responsibly harvest and protect our oceans for future generations.We pride ourselves on being a diverse, mission-driven team seeking like-minded individuals who share our vision. If you feel inspired by this mission, we encourage you to reach out.Our ProductWe focus on empowering salmon farmers with insights into their fish populations, enabling them to make environmentally responsible decisions. Utilizing custom underwater cameras, computer vision, and machine learning, we quantify fish weights, assess health statuses, and develop optimal feeding strategies in real time. Our product encompasses three levels: on-site hardware for image capture, cloud pipelines for data processing, and a user-friendly web application. This results in numerous dynamic elements and an array of intriguing challenges across the entire stack.Above all, Aquabyte prioritizes customer satisfaction. Our product development is guided by the needs of fish farmers, and we strive for customer delight in every endeavor. We are committed to cultivating a global, collaborative team.The RoleAs a Perception Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing and deploying cutting-edge sensing technologies for fish farms worldwide. While our current offerings utilize underwater cameras and computer vision to monitor fish health and growth, we are expanding our sensor array to gain a comprehensive understanding of the underwater ecosystem.

Agility Robotics stands at the forefront of robotics innovation. Our flagship robot, Digit, is the first of its kind to be implemented in workplaces worldwide. Our team is distinguished by its expertise in designing, engineering, and delivering robots that possess advanced mobility, dexterity, intelligence, and efficiency—specifically tailored to collaborate with humans in environments made for people. Every day, we tackle engineering challenges and develop groundbreaking solutions that will ultimately make robots an integral part of daily life. This mission fuels our passion: enhancing business productivity and enriching the lives of individuals.About the PositionWe are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to become an integral part of our Skills team, focusing on the integration of perception models into practical robotic applications. In this role, you will spearhead perception integration initiatives aimed at constructing robust, structured representations of the world that can be effectively utilized within robotic workflows. You will take charge of the performance of the perception stack on the robot, engaging with actual hardware and validating your solutions in production scenarios. Collaboration with AIML teams will be essential as you integrate both proprietary and third-party methods to fulfill customer and task-specific requirements. This opportunity is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on work with real systems, excels at solving end-to-end integration challenges, and is dedicated to ensuring reliable perception performance in production environments.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop robust perception algorithms and applications that utilize existing models to enhance reliability and simplify estimation in robotic tasks (e.g., stacks, pallets, conveyors, flow racks).Define and maintain reusable APIs to facilitate interactions between the task planner and skills layer with a library of perception capabilities.Integrate perception functionalities with other robotic skills, including manipulation behaviors, using state machines, behavior trees, and task planners.Manage datasets and conduct experiments to validate perception skills under various task conditions and scenarios.

Join our dynamic team at Jobs for Humanity as a Principal Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping innovative solutions that empower communities and enhance accessibility for all. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement robust systems that meet the diverse needs of our users.

About Apex Companies Apex Companies is a consulting and engineering firm recognized for rapid growth and strong client relationships. With a history of record sales, project excellence awards, and strategic expansion, Apex continues to build its reputation as a leader in engineering and environmental consulting. The company invests in employee development and values an entrepreneurial approach. Role Overview: Principal Environmental Engineer This Principal Environmental Engineer position is based in Pittsburgh, PA. The role centers on building and leading a new branch office, with support from division and regional teams. The engineer will play a key part in both business development and project delivery, shaping the growth of Apex in the region. Key Responsibilities Establish, manage, and expand a new branch office, working closely with division and regional leadership. Recruit, develop, and supervise a technical team to ensure smooth office operations and successful project outcomes. Create and implement strategies to attract new clients, using existing relationships and identifying new business opportunities for design projects from start to finish. Lead project management for Site Assessments & Remediation, Emergency Response, Natural Resources, EHS compliance, Permitting, Planning, and Management or Reporting Assurance Services. Mentor junior engineers and technical staff, supporting their growth and development. Serve as the main contact for clients, contractors, and stakeholders, promoting clear communication and effective problem solving. Participate in technical organizations both within and outside the company.

Join Wabtec Corporation as a Principal Engineer in Software Systems, where your expertise will drive innovation in our engineering teams. You will be at the forefront of developing advanced software solutions that enhance our products and services.

Motional is on the lookout for a highly skilled Principal Engineer to join our Planning team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing motion planning and control systems that ensure safe, efficient, and comfortable operations for our fleet in intricate environments. Your expertise in cutting-edge research, advanced algorithm development, and robust software engineering will be crucial in crafting safe and intuitive routes for autonomous vehicles. If you are passionate about autonomous driving and eager to tackle real-world challenges while making a meaningful impact in a dynamic field, we would love to hear from you.Key Responsibilities:Lead the R&D of innovative algorithms and subsystems for motion planning in autonomous driving, enhancing our Operational Design Domain through advanced search-based and geometry-based methods, with a focus on probabilistic decision-making.Coordinate cross-functional projects to create or improve existing interfaces aimed at solving complex challenges.Evaluate overall system performance, identifying areas for enhancement and devising technical strategies to rectify deficiencies.Guide multidisciplinary project teams to deliver holistic solutions while considering the broader context of the planning system.Architect and integrate complex motion planning and prediction algorithms, driving their evaluation and optimization for real-world applications.Develop a robust, scalable codebase that supports rapid experimentation, prototyping, and rigorous assessment of new motion planning methodologies.Facilitate technical collaboration across perception, prediction, trajectory optimization, tracking, and control components to ensure comprehensive system performance.Utilize your extensive software development and research expertise to mentor colleagues on best practices, fostering a culture of technical excellence.Provide guidance and mentorship to both junior and senior team members, promoting an environment centered on product-focused engineering, thorough research, and advanced development.

Role Overview Apex Companies LLC is seeking a Principal Engineer - Water/Wastewater for its Pittsburgh, PA office. This role centers on building and leading a new branch office, with a focus on water and wastewater engineering projects. Apex Companies is known for its growth in the engineering and environmental consulting sector and values both professional development and client service. What You Will Do Establish, manage, and grow a new branch office, working closely with division and regional teams. Recruit, develop, and lead a technical team to support office operations and project delivery. Shape and carry out strategies to win new business, maintain client relationships, and expand opportunities for design projects of all sizes. Direct project management for water and wastewater engineering efforts, including comprehensive sewer plans, engineering reports, and design of treatment plants, collection and distribution systems, water modeling, and pump stations. Mentor junior engineers and technical staff, promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing. Prepare engineering reports, construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates. Serve as the main point of contact for clients, contractors, and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and prompt issue resolution. Participate in technical organizations, both internal and external, to support ongoing professional growth.

Technical Lead Manager, Motion Planning Join our innovative Planning team at Motional, where you will leverage your expertise in robotics and software engineering to develop production-ready autonomous vehicle technology. As the Technical Lead Manager, you will guide a dedicated team focused on designing and implementing advanced motion planning software for autonomous vehicles. This role demands strong leadership in defining motion planning and control systems that ensure the safe, efficient, and comfortable operation of our fleet in complex environments. You will spearhead the creation of cutting-edge motion planning algorithms, collaborate with cross-functional teams (including Localization, Perception, Prediction, Controls, ML Products, and Systems Engineering), and mentor a talented group of engineers to deliver state-of-the-art solutions. If you are driven by a passion for autonomous driving and enjoy tackling challenging real-world problems, we are eager to connect with you.

Mission Overview: Join Motional as a Principal Engineer Team Lead, where you will spearhead a talented team dedicated to crafting and implementing advanced trajectory planning algorithms through numerical optimization for autonomous vehicles. Your leadership will play a critical role in refining the motion planning and control systems that empower our fleet to navigate intricate environments with safety, efficiency, and comfort. As a pivotal figure in our organization, you will oversee the evolution and continual enhancement of state-of-the-art trajectory generation algorithms, engaging in collaborative efforts with diverse teams including Planning, Perception, Prediction, Localization, Machine Learning Products, and Systems Engineering. Additionally, you will mentor a skilled group of engineers, guiding them to deliver innovative and high-quality solutions. If you are enthusiastic about the future of autonomous driving, eager to contribute to our commercial launch this year, and thrive on tackling complex real-world challenges, we invite you to apply! Your Responsibilities: Lead and expand a high-impact trajectory planning team, establishing its technical vision, execution strategy, and long-term role within the Motion organization. Ensure readiness for commercial launch by enhancing on-road driving behaviors (safety, comfort, and assertiveness) across the fleet through feature expansion, ongoing performance improvement, and cutting-edge innovations. Implement a rigorous, metrics-driven framework to assess and enhance on-road performance, championing the use of existing training and evaluation pipelines for scalable, production-ready solutions. Oversee the computational efficiency and real-time performance of trajectory generation algorithms, ensuring adherence to latency budgets. Lead prompt triage and root-cause analysis of fleet incidents, translating real-world edge cases into immediate algorithmic updates and validation datasets. Manage the successful implementation of complex, multi-team projects, ensuring technical consistency from design through deployment while upholding high standards for testing and validation to meet safety benchmarks for our commercial launch. Collaborate with peer leads to provide technical direction, making impactful decisions on architectural pathways, strategic investment, tactical execution, and technical debt alleviation. Ensure technical excellence through thorough design and code reviews while fostering the professional development and mentorship of your engineering team. Set and pursue ambitious objectives that encourage the team to deliver industry-leading trajectory solutions.

Join Motional's Pittsburgh office, located in the vibrant Hazelwood Green development, a key initiative aimed at revitalizing the neighborhood with thoughtful and sustainable practices. Enjoy stunning views of the Monongahela River while working in this state-of-the-art facility.Mission Overview:We are excited to announce an opening for a highly driven Staff Engineer in our newly established Design Release Engineering team, part of the Vehicle Platform Engineering group. This pivotal role will be responsible for overseeing the design release and integration of our autonomous vehicle's compute and connectivity subsystem. As the primary technical authority, you will guide the end-to-end design, validation, and production readiness of our cutting-edge compute hardware and controllers. Your efforts will ensure robust technical execution, facilitate supplier and cross-functional collaboration, and deliver hardware that meets performance, cost, and schedule targets.Your Responsibilities:Lead the comprehensive design release of high-performance compute and connectivity hardware, covering mechanical mounting, thermal management, electrical interfaces, and vehicle network integration.Drive technical execution throughout the product lifecycle, from initial concept through to ongoing engineering support and improvements.Oversee the creation and release of all engineering documentation, including models, drawings, Bills of Material (BOM), specifications, and test reports, ensuring they align with vehicle-level design.Define and maintain the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), ensuring successful validation against system performance objectives.Manage the Engineering Change (ECN) process for compute and connectivity hardware, ensuring transparency, cost impact analysis, version control, and comprehensive cross-functional agreement.Act as the main technical and program liaison with suppliers (Tier 1 and Tier 2), monitoring part maturity through DV, PV, and PPAP phases to guarantee tooling and delivery readiness.Cultivate strong partnerships with Systems Engineering, Autonomy, Software Infrastructure, Quality, and Vehicle Integration teams to ensure seamless hardware integration and manufacturability (DFM/DFA).Lead technical program reviews and design readiness assessments, proactively developing risk mitigation strategies to align compute hardware maturity with program milestones.Provide consistent, concise updates to technical leadership regarding design maturity, validation progress, outstanding issues, and timely resolution metrics.

Mission Overview:We are on the lookout for an accomplished and innovative Principal Engineer Tech Lead Manager to spearhead our new Machine Learning (ML) Acceleration team. In this key position, you will be responsible for crafting the strategy, development, and implementation of initiatives designed to significantly enhance the speed of ML model training. The ultimate objective is to substantially shorten the development cycle for new ML models and facilitate swift hot-patching for issues encountered in our autonomous vehicle services.As a hands-on leader, you will merge extensive technical knowledge in ML systems and performance enhancement with robust leadership and personnel management skills. You will have the opportunity to recruit, mentor, and cultivate a high-performing team of engineers, while promoting a culture that embraces innovation, collaboration, and ongoing improvement.Your Responsibilities:Team Leadership & Management:Assemble, lead, and manage a high-performing team of ML and infrastructure engineers focused on acceleration.Offer technical direction, mentorship, and career development pathways for team members.Encourage a collaborative and inclusive team atmosphere.Establish team objectives, priorities, and roadmaps that align with organizational goals.Technical Strategy & Execution:Articulate the technical vision and strategy for ML acceleration throughout the organization.Identify and assess cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to expedite ML training, including data pipeline optimization, large-scale distributed training, data loader optimization, hardware acceleration, and model optimization techniques.Design, develop, and deploy scalable and efficient ML acceleration solutions.Cross-functional Collaboration:Work closely with ML research, ML Training platform, and product teams to understand their requirements and seamlessly integrate acceleration solutions.Communicate intricate technical concepts and strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Serve as a technical authority and proponent for ML acceleration initiatives across the company.Impact & Measurement:Regularly assess and report on the effectiveness of acceleration initiatives.Persistently seek out further optimization and innovation opportunities.

About UsAurora is dedicated to advancing the benefits of self-driving technology in a safe, swift, and widespread manner.Discover the Aurora Driver which aims to usher in a new era of mobility and logistics, enhancing safety, efficiency, and accessibility for all.At Aurora, you will collaborate with a team of passionate and intelligent individuals, tackling complex challenges while furthering your expertise. Stay updated on our latest developments by visiting aurora.tech or following us on LinkedIn.Aurora seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds who are eager to contribute to the future of transportation, aiming to enhance road safety, deliver essential goods efficiently, and promote accessible mobility for everyone. We are currently looking for a highly skilled Staff Backend Software Engineer to join our Aurora Services Engineering team, playing a pivotal role in developing our fleet management tools.The Aurora Services Engineering team builds comprehensive solutions, including backend services, web applications, mobile apps, and real-time onboard code, facilitating the large-scale commercial operation of autonomous vehicle fleets. Our goal is to create software that manages the commercial aspects of our platform, including task assignment for autonomous vehicles, remote support, fleet management, and customer order processing. As we prepare to significantly expand our fleet and integrate with partners on an API level, our tools are essential for the smooth daily operations of our business.As a Staff Backend Software Engineer, you will be part of a team that develops solutions for autonomous vehicle terminal operations, overseeing the launch and landing of vehicles at locations owned by Aurora and our major clients. You will enhance existing products and design entirely new features, making substantial contributions to the efficiency of terminal operations at Aurora.

About Aurora Aurora Innovation is dedicated to advancing transportation by safely and quickly deploying self-driving technology. The company aims to make mobility and logistics safer, more efficient, and accessible for everyone. Discover the Aurora Driver to learn more about Aurora's core technology. Role Overview: Senior Staff Software Engineer - Vehicle I/O This Senior Staff Software Engineer position sits within the Vehicle Connectivity team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The team builds and maintains Aurora’s vehicle connectivity stack, which underpins secure, reliable, and observable communications between self-driving vehicles and the cloud.

About Us Join us in revolutionizing the supply chain! At Gather AI, we're not merely developing software; we're at the forefront of a new era of warehouse intelligence. Our innovative vision-powered platform harnesses autonomous drones and existing equipment to collect real-time data, fully digitizing workflows that have traditionally been manual and prone to errors. This advancement allows facilities to operate more intelligently, safely, and efficiently, ultimately transforming the concept of 'on-time, in full' delivery. If you're eager to contribute to groundbreaking technology and make a substantial impact on an essential industry, then Gather AI is your destination. We are leading the transformation in the swiftly advancing robotics sector and invite you to help us reshape the global supply chain, one intelligent warehouse at a time. About You As a Principal Systems Engineer at Gather AI, you will assume a pivotal role as a technical leader, steering the development and integration of state-of-the-art autonomous and passive sensing systems while bridging the divide between product vision, intricate system requirements, hardware implementation, and real-world performance.

About UsAurora Innovation is committed to advancing self-driving technology to create a safer, faster, and more accessible transportation ecosystem for everyone.The Aurora Driver is set to revolutionize mobility and logistics, ensuring a more efficient future for all.Join us at Aurora, where you will engage with complex challenges alongside a team of passionate and intelligent professionals. This is an opportunity to grow your expertise while contributing to groundbreaking advancements in the industry. For the latest updates from Aurora, explore aurora.tech or connect with us on LinkedIn.Aurora welcomes talented individuals from diverse backgrounds who are eager to help foster a transportation ecosystem that enhances road safety, optimizes logistics, and improves mobility for all. We are on the lookout for a Principal People Business Partner (PBP) to join our People Team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, high-growth environments and is eager to build robust people strategies. As a strategic ally to our executive leadership, you will play a key role in shaping people strategies and enhancing organizational effectiveness as we embark on our next growth phase. You will be a trusted advisor, facilitating the scaling of our vital functions and ensuring we develop a future-ready workforce.Key Responsibilities:Drive Business Results: Collaborate with senior leadership to align people strategies with business goals, delivering high-quality solutions that ensure the talent and environment needed to achieve critical outcomes.Enhance Leadership Effectiveness: Act as a coach and strategic advisor to senior leaders, aiding them in navigating complex changes and boosting team performance.Improve Organizational Effectiveness: Work directly with executive leaders to identify organizational challenges and design effective solutions.

Join Sonsoft Inc. as a Principal Consultant specializing in Salesforce solutions, where you will leverage your expertise to drive successful implementations and optimize business processes. You'll work closely with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions that enhance their CRM capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing organization.

Join Duolingo as the Principal Learning Scientist and lead our Efficacy Research initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in learning sciences and data analysis to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of our educational products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design studies that measure learning outcomes and provide actionable insights to drive improvements.

Join Duolingo, a leading language-learning platform, as a Staff Product Researcher. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our product offerings through innovative research practices. Your insights will directly influence product development and user experience, ensuring that our solutions meet the needs of our diverse user base.