Kodiak Robotics
Software Engineer, Embedded
San Francisco Bay Area · Mid
Sponsorship not specified$150k-$210kDetected 1 day ago
C++CSpringAWSIntellectual PropertyEmbedded SystemsElectrical EngineeringSensorsCommunication
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About the role
- Its Kodiak Driver is a vehicle-agnostic autonomous driving system that combines AI-powered software with modular hardware.
- Today it operates in long-haul trucking, industrial trucking, and defense.
- In 2024, Kodiak launched commercial Driver-as-a-Service operations with no one in the cab, and plans to launch driverless long-haul service between Dallas and Houston by the end of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with hardware EE on design and test of high reliable hardware systems
- Collaborate with software engineering on architecture, optimizations and reviews
- Develop software for embedded platforms (x86, ARM) in C/C++
- Develop software for sensors. Evaluation and production (Camera, Radar, Lidar, IMU)
- At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited.
Requirements
- Experience with implementation and on-vehicle debugging of low level hardware buses such as I2C, CAN, SPI, and UART
- Experience with high speed hardware communication such as PCIe and Automotive Ethernet
- You are just as comfortable getting your hands dirty analyzing a subsystem in the shop as when using a keyboard.
- You have experience writing clear, concise, and detailed documentation
- You are passionate about autonomous vehicles and their potential impact on humanity
Compensation
- California Pay Range
- $150,000 - $210,000 USD
Benefits
- Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
- Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
- Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay, equity, bonus and a competitive benefits package
- Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location, experience, relevant training, education, skill level and performance during interview.
Company info
- We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer with a background in embedded systems who is passionate to ship mission critical software.
- By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process.
- Kodiak AI, Inc. (Nasdaq: KDK), founded in 2018, is a leader in Physical AI, developing driverless technology that powers machines that move.
- Kodiak has partnered with many of the biggest names in freight, including Bosch for scaled hardware production, AWS, and leading customers including Atlas Energy Solutions, IKEA, Bridgestone, Werner Enterprises, C.R. England, Roehl Transport, and General Dynamics Land Systems.
- The role will collaborate across hardware and software teams to design the low level devices that interface with our truck systems, ensure reliable operations of large robots, and develop cutting edge functionality to real customers.
- As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications.
Equal opportunity
- equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-rel
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