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Full-Time

Engineering Manager II

Architecture & Acceleration, Motion Planning and Controls

Posted on 9/9/2022

Cruise

Cruise

1,001-5,000 employees

Self-driving electric vehicle ride-hailing service

Automotive & Transportation
Robotics & Automation
Energy

Compensation Overview

$199.6k - $293.5k

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

Requirements
  • Experience managing a software engineering team in a production environment
  • Prior experience as a software developer/architect (C++)
  • Experience developing scalable software solutions that will be used by dozens of developers
  • Experience developing automation scripts (Python/Bash)
  • BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
Responsibilities
  • Build and lead a highly effective team that owns the software architecture of Motion Planning and Controls and improve productivity of many engineering teams
  • Proactively identify gaps in engineering software development life cycle (SDLC) and system excellence. Work with other Engineering Leaders and Program Managers to create and own the team's technical strategy and roadmap while ensuring alignment with customers. Own the execution of the team's roadmap
  • Foster a culture of collaboration in your team and work with domain engineers in Motion Planning and Controls to identify pain points of development and testing. Collaborate with Frameworks, Systems, and Data Infrastructure teams to build and deploy tools to improve productivity
  • Mentor engineers on the team and play a key role in their professional development
  • Participate in design and code reviews
Desired Qualifications
  • Practical familiarity with closed-loop control systems, numerical optimization and/or signal processing
  • Familiarity with ROS, numpy & scipy, Python bindings for C++, and plotting/visualization libraries
  • Experience in code optimization or high performance computing
  • Experience with time-series data analysis and online performance monitoring tools
  • The salary range for this position is $199,600 - 293,500. Compensation will vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. You may also be offered a , restricted stock units, and benefits. These ranges are subject to change

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

-10%

1 year growth

-26%

2 year growth

-6%
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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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