KODIAK AREA NATIVE ASSOCIATION
Staff Software Engineer, Simulation
KODIAK AREA NATIVE ASSOCIATION, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
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Kodiak Area Native Association Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.
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We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join us to help design, architect, implement, and maintain our simulation capabilities.
In This Role, You Will
Own the integration between our simulation platform and all critical pieces of our autonomy stack Work with our technical leads and subject matter experts to engineer novel ways of testing and evaluating our algorithms, including for edge cases and rare events Lead the development of new features to improve the fidelity of our simulation results and implement novel evaluation metrics for measuring the performance of our self-driving stack Write maintainable, clear, and concise code Coordinate with our external partners to drive new features and integrate them with our internal workflows
What You’ll Bring
Strong technical background (BS, MS, PhD or equivalent professional experience) in Computer Science or a closely related engineering field Excellent software developer with at least 5 years of experience writing production-level C++ code High standards for software quality and rigor, and a testing-oriented mentality Good communication skills and a collaborative bent Proven ability to iterate quickly and work hands-on Desire to learn about all aspects of autonomous vehicles
Bonus Points If You Have
Hands-on knowledge of one or more autonomous vehicle simulators Knowledge of modern C++ (c++14 and newer) and version control systems (e.g., git) Practical experience in one or more fields of robotics: perception, planning, localization, modeling, control, etc. An interest in defining autonomy metrics and evaluation strategies Experience with modern DevOps
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits) Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health Fidelity 401(k) Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)
Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Please note that the compensation details listed above are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
California Pay Range
$185,000 - $250,000 USD
Actual salary ranges will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location. Please note that the compensation details listed above are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. 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. Kodiak is committed to 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. In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. 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-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.Seniority level
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Staff Software Engineer, Simulation
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Kodiak Area Native Association 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Staff Software Engineer, Simulation
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Kodiak Area Native Association Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.
Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.
We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join us to help design, architect, implement, and maintain our simulation capabilities.
In This Role, You Will
Own the integration between our simulation platform and all critical pieces of our autonomy stack Work with our technical leads and subject matter experts to engineer novel ways of testing and evaluating our algorithms, including for edge cases and rare events Lead the development of new features to improve the fidelity of our simulation results and implement novel evaluation metrics for measuring the performance of our self-driving stack Write maintainable, clear, and concise code Coordinate with our external partners to drive new features and integrate them with our internal workflows
What You’ll Bring
Strong technical background (BS, MS, PhD or equivalent professional experience) in Computer Science or a closely related engineering field Excellent software developer with at least 5 years of experience writing production-level C++ code High standards for software quality and rigor, and a testing-oriented mentality Good communication skills and a collaborative bent Proven ability to iterate quickly and work hands-on Desire to learn about all aspects of autonomous vehicles
Bonus Points If You Have
Hands-on knowledge of one or more autonomous vehicle simulators Knowledge of modern C++ (c++14 and newer) and version control systems (e.g., git) Practical experience in one or more fields of robotics: perception, planning, localization, modeling, control, etc. An interest in defining autonomy metrics and evaluation strategies Experience with modern DevOps
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits) Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health Fidelity 401(k) Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)
Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Please note that the compensation details listed above are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
California Pay Range
$185,000 - $250,000 USD
Actual salary ranges will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location. Please note that the compensation details listed above are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. 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. Kodiak is committed to 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. In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. 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-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
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