Staff Software Engineer - AMR Planning & Controls

The Robotics Software team is developing the next generation of autonomous robotic systems, focusing on autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and intelligent robotic platforms. We develop full-stack robotics capabilities—from perception and planning to control and system integration—bringing innovative, real-world autonomous solutions to the future of work. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior or Staff Robotics Planning and Control Engineer to serve as a tech lead in developing cutting-edge robotics solutions. In this role, you will design, implement, and integrate software and algorithms for behavioral planning, path planning, and motion control. This role spans the full development lifecycle and involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including hardware, localization, and perception. Beyond core development, you will also help shape a robust autonomy software stack and create tools for evaluation, validation, and continuous improvement. What You'll Do Lead the design, implementation, and deployment of motion planning, behavioral planning, and control algorithms for autonomous robotic systems. Develop algorithms for path planning and trajectory generation under kinematic/dynamic constraints, ensuring safe and efficient operation in dynamic environments. Optimize planning and control software for real-time performance and hardware constraints. Collaborate with localization, perception, and hardware teams to ensure seamless integration into the robotics software stack. Use offline and simulation-based tools to evaluate, benchmark, and validate planning and control algorithms. Contribute to testing and validation workflows, including simulation (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and field testing. Provide technical leadership, mentor team members, and help define architecture and best practices for planning and control. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. 5+ years of experience in motion planning, controls, or autonomy for real-world robotics or autonomous vehicles. Skilled in numerical optimization techniques (e.g., nonlinear constrained optimization, model predictive control) or advanced robotics algorithms. Strong programming skills in C++ and Python. Proven ability to produce computationally efficient software that meets real-time requirements. Solid understanding of robotics systems, including localization, mapping, planning, and control. What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) Hands-on experience in robotic or vehicle system design and implementation. Knowledge of ROS/ROS2 and navigation frameworks (e.g., Navigation2). Experience with simulation frameworks, HIL testing, and CI/CD pipelines. Understanding of safety-critical software development practices. Background in autonomous vehicles (AV), ADAS, or industrial automation. Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the MTV office three times per week, at minimum. Compensation: The salary range for this role is $195,000 to $240,000. The actual base salary will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Bonus potential and benefits are also provided, including health, retirement, and other perks. #LI-CX1 About GM

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