Gatik AI, a pioneer in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is seeking a Sr./Staff Software Engineer to join their team in Mountain View, CA. This role is crucial in developing the backbone of their autonomous vehicle systems, focusing on telemetry, state management, and real-time communication.
The position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of autonomous vehicles and enterprise logistics, developing critical systems that power Gatik's autonomous truck fleet. As the first company to achieve fully driverless middle-mile commercial deliveries, Gatik holds a unique position in the AV industry, with proven success in working with major retailers like Walmart.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in modern C++ and distributed systems, working on safety-critical applications that directly impact the performance and reliability of autonomous vehicles. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing backend systems, creating low-latency communication protocols, and ensuring robust vehicle state management.
Working from the Mountain View office, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams across behavior planning, platform engineering, safety, and operations. The role involves hands-on work with vehicle systems, including on-vehicle testing and performance optimization. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to make a significant impact in the autonomous vehicle industry while working on cutting-edge technology.
The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $180,000 to $260,000, reflecting the senior level of the role and the technical expertise required. Gatik's focus on the middle-mile segment, with defined point-to-point delivery routes, has enabled them to achieve full autonomy ahead of competitors, making this an exciting time to join the company.