Senior Staff / Principal Machine Learning Engineer (Autonomy Behaviors)

Join Zoox, a company dedicated to revolutionizing urban transportation through autonomous vehicles. As a Senior Staff / Principal Machine Learning Engineer, you will lead the technical development of machine learning algorithms for our next-generation ML Planner. You will collaborate closely with various teams and influence the long-term technical direction of multiple organizations within the company. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid parental leave, and opportunities for remote work.

• Lead the technical development of machine learning algorithms for the next-generation ML Planner, influencing the autonomy stack.
• Collaborate closely with teams specializing in Foundation Models, Perception, Simulation, and Safety Validation to prototype new approaches.
• Set the technical direction of ML development for the future of the Planner, pushing the frontiers of imitation learning, reinforcement learning, and model scaling.
• Significant experience with training and deploying Deep Learning models to production
• Fluency in C++ or Fluency in Python with a basic understanding of C++
• Proven track record of technical leadership in large-scale AI organizations
• Extensive experience with programming and algorithm design-Strong mathematics skills-10+ years of experience
• BS, MS, or PhD degree in computer science or related field
• Prior experience with Prediction and Planning for autonomous vehicles
• Conference or Journal publications in Machine Learning or Robotics related venues