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Senior Machine Learning Engineer II

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Posted on 9/11/2024

Cruise

Cruise

1,001-5,000 employees

Self-driving electric vehicle ride-hailing service

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
Energy

Compensation Overview

$161.2k - $237kAnnually

+ Bonus + Long-term Incentives

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Applied Machine Learning
Robotics & Autonomous Systems
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Python
Tensorflow
Data Structures & Algorithms
Pytorch
Requirements
  • BS, MS, or higher degree, in CS/CE/EE, or equivalent industry experience
  • Extensive experience with ML frameworks such as Tensorflow, Caffe, and PyTorch
  • Extensive experience with machine learning and classification
  • Strong programming skills in Python or C++
  • Excellent mathematical reasoning skills, especially with probability
  • Passionate about self driving car technology and its impact on the world!
Responsibilities
  • From a research perspective, exploring, prototyping, validating, and iterating new algorithms
  • On the development side, driving efforts to optimize, supervise and refine on-road performance for models on the path to production
  • Considered one of the technical leaders of the department who guides current and future technology choices
  • Have a deep understanding of the business and operational impact for different technology tradeoffs, and able to balance effectively based on company’s need
  • Enable others engineers on the team to be more effective through design and code that is easy to extend and contribute into
  • Capable of influencing others and building consensus even over contentious technical debates

Cruise focuses on providing an all-electric, self-driving car service specifically designed for urban areas. Its vehicles use advanced technology to navigate city streets autonomously, continuously learning from their experiences to improve safety and efficiency. Unlike traditional ride-hailing services, Cruise operates a fleet of fully autonomous vehicles, eliminating the need for human drivers, which helps lower operational costs and offers a unique experience for users. The company collaborates with local organizations to tailor its services to the needs of the communities it serves. Cruise aims to transform urban transportation by offering a safer, more efficient, and environmentally friendly alternative, powered entirely by renewable energy.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$13.7B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-15%

1 year growth

-25%

2 year growth

-3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of experienced executives like Marc Whitten and Steve Kenner could bring strong leadership and safety improvements to Cruise.
  • General Motors' significant investment in Cruise underscores confidence in the company's potential and provides financial stability.
  • Cruise's innovative approach to urban transportation could lead to widespread adoption and a significant reduction in city traffic congestion and pollution.

What critics are saying

  • Safety concerns and incidents involving Cruise's autonomous vehicles could damage the company's reputation and hinder regulatory approvals.
  • Layoffs and executive turnover may lead to operational disruptions and affect employee morale.

What makes Cruise unique

  • Cruise's focus on all-electric, fully autonomous vehicles sets it apart from traditional ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft, which still rely on human drivers.
  • The company's commitment to using 100% renewable energy for its fleet appeals to environmentally conscious consumers, distinguishing it from competitors.
  • Cruise's continuous learning technology enhances the safety and efficiency of its autonomous vehicles, providing a competitive edge in the self-driving car market.

Benefits

Flexible vacation

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Fertility & family expansion benefits

401k matching program

Monthly social events

Community volunteering programs

Healthy meals & snacks for onsite employees

Quarterly offsites & working retreats

Monthly wellness stipend

Mental health support

Professional development programs

On-site gym in SF HQ

Commuter benefits for onsite employees

Medical, dental & vision coverage

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