Senior Software Engineer, L3, Planning and Controls - Autonomous Vehicles

NVIDIA is seeking an expert Software Engineer to join their Autonomous Vehicle software development team, focusing on integrating machine learning and classical trajectory planning within a safety-oriented framework for SAE Level 3 autonomy. This role combines cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology with critical safety systems development. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $184,000 to $356,500 USD depending on level and experience, plus equity and benefits.

The role involves architecting solutions that bridge classical and ML-based planning systems while ensuring robust safety frameworks. You'll be instrumental in developing Minimum-Risk-Planning systems and establishing scalable architectures for NVIDIA's self-driving stack. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of autonomous vehicle technology with NVIDIA, a global leader in accelerated computing and AI.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of industry experience, strong software engineering fundamentals, and a proven track record in large-scale autonomous driving projects. You'll need excellent communication skills to work effectively across teams and a deep understanding of both classical and ML-based planning systems. This position offers the chance to shape the future of autonomous vehicles while working with some of the industry's brightest minds.

NVIDIA believes that building self-driving vehicles will be a defining contribution of our generation. They offer a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, and your work will directly impact the future of autonomous transportation. The company is known for its forward-thinking approach and was named one of technology's most desirable employers.