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Software Engineer

Motion Planning & Prediction

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Kodiak Robotics

Kodiak Robotics

51-200 employees

Develops autonomous technology for trucking and military

Automotive & Transportation
Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$175k - $250kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity + Benefits

Mid, Senior

Mountain View, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Backend Engineering
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Data Structures & Algorithms
Requirements
  • A strong background in robotics, planning, optimization, and mathematics (MS, PhD, or equivalent experience)
  • Software development experience writing production-level C++
  • High standards for software quality and rigor, and a testing-oriented mentality
  • Good communication skills and a collaborative bent
  • Proven ability to iterate quickly and work hands-on
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement new approaches to help our trucks plan through challenging situations.
  • Translate desired driving behaviors into algorithms, code, and cost functions that make the Kodiak Driver a safe, smooth, and polite road participant
  • Predict the behavior of other actors in a way that's both accurate and improves driving performance
  • Improve the end-to-end latency of the motion planning and prediction algorithms
  • Build tools that enable us to leverage real-world logs to improve our algorithms
  • Work closely with other teams to establish interfaces and requirements
  • Invent cross-functional solutions to cutting-edge problems in autonomous-driving

Kodiak Robotics develops and commercializes autonomous technology, focusing on self-driving trucking solutions. Its main product, the kodiakDriver, is designed to operate various vehicle platforms in different environments, making it suitable for both commercial and military applications. In the commercial sector, Kodiak Robotics provides fleets and carriers with enhanced capacity and efficiency through its autonomous technology. In the military sector, it aims to improve ground operations with autonomous vehicles. The company generates revenue by selling its technology to commercial fleets and through its Partner Deployment Program, which helps partners prepare for future driverless operations. Kodiak Robotics stands out by addressing the needs of both the trucking industry and national security, positioning itself as a key player in the dual-use autonomous technology market.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$427.6M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

40%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Kodiak.ai's partnerships with industry leaders like Walmart, UPS, and Ryder enhance its credibility and market reach.
  • The successful completion of over 600 autonomous deliveries for Martin Brower demonstrates the reliability and scalability of Kodiak's technology.
  • The establishment of the Kodiak Industry Advisory Council ensures that the company is guided by experienced leaders, potentially accelerating its commercialization efforts.

What critics are saying

  • The dual-market approach may stretch resources thin, potentially impacting the company's ability to focus and excel in either sector.
  • Dependence on partnerships for revenue generation could pose risks if these collaborations face challenges or dissolve.

What makes Kodiak Robotics unique

  • Kodiak.ai's dual-use technology serves both commercial and military sectors, setting it apart from competitors focused solely on one market.
  • The company's Partner Deployment Program offers a unique revenue stream by assisting partners in planning for future driverless deployment.
  • Kodiak.ai's collaboration with Textron Systems to develop uncrewed military vehicles highlights its capability to integrate autonomous technology into advanced terrain environments.

Benefits

Remote-friendly work environment

401k

Generous PTO policy

Life insurance

Medical, dental, vision, & FSA plans

Family-friendly company events

Dog-friendly office

Employee-driven fitness classes

Free EV charging

Trivia & board game nights