motion-planning jobs in San Diego

Senior Robotics Software Engineer responsible for building motion and trajectory planning systems for robotic manipulators, including kinematics, inverse kinematics, and collision-free path planning. You will develop the driver layer connecting to robot hardware, implement learning-based methods and simulation (reinforcement learning, sim-to-real), and contribute to the full robotics software stack (behaviors, motion planning, world modeling, device control).…See more You'll write validation suites, collaborate with hardware teams, and mentor engineers while maintaining strong coding and safety practices in a fast-paced startup environment.

Design and implement robotics software for multi-robot coordination, motion planning, and trajectory execution. Own the driver layer connecting to robot hardware, develop kinematics and collision-free planning algorithms, and advance the stack with learning-based methods including reinforcement learning and sim-to-real training.…See more Mentor engineers, establish technical direction for the robotics software stack, and ensure motion planning and control systems are reliable, safe, and production-ready on real hardware.

Staff Software Engineer role focused on building autonomous trajectory planning and motion control software for single and multi-agent systems. The engineer will develop reliable, maintainable C++ software with Python for prototyping and testing, diagnose complex algorithmic and software failures, and take features from ideation through flight testing.…See more Requires a Master's degree in computer science or robotics (or PhD) with 5+ years of professional experience building and debugging motion planning, robotics, or autonomous systems software. The role includes mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams to refine requirements and deliver scalable autonomy architectures.

Shield AI seeks a Senior Staff Engineer to design and deploy autonomous capabilities for maritime surface vehicles. The role spans algorithm development, real-time software engineering, system integration, and field testing—requiring deep expertise in robotics, motion planning, decision-making, and unmanned systems.…See more You will collaborate across perception, planning, simulation, and hardware teams to mature autonomy solutions from prototypes to operational deployment, with ~25% travel to integration events and customer sites.

Senior Software Engineer responsible for developing high-performance autonomy software modules for maritime unmanned systems, from algorithm prototyping through real-world deployment and testing. The role requires 7–10+ years of experience in robotics, control systems, motion planning, or autonomous vehicle development, with proficiency in C++ and Python.…See more Responsibilities include cross-functional collaboration with perception and planning teams, integration of autonomy capabilities onto surface vehicles, analysis of mission logs, and contribution to autonomy roadmaps through R&D and algorithm innovation.

Forward Deployed Software Engineer at Saronic Technologies develops and deploys autonomy software for autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs) in maritime environments. The role involves debugging and optimizing autonomy algorithms, integrating sensors and control systems, analyzing real-world mission data, and working directly with operators to adapt technology to operational needs.…See more You will troubleshoot complex software, hardware, and networking issues during field deployments, traveling up to 50% to test systems in real-world maritime settings. Strong proficiency in C++, Rust, or Python is required, along with experience in robotics, autonomy, embedded systems, and networking protocols.

Senior Staff Software Engineer role owning technical strategy and long-term evolution of autonomous flight software across the Expeditionary portfolio (V-BAT, X-BAT platforms). Responsibilities include defining autonomy architecture, leading complex integration challenges across motion planning, perception, payload integration, executive autonomy, and multi-agent operations, while mentoring senior engineers and driving cross-functional collaboration with Aircraft, Autonomy Capabilities, Perception, GCS, and Strategic Systems teams.…See more Requires 10+ years of experience, expert-level C++ and Linux systems development, proven ability to influence architecture across multiple teams, and track record mentoring senior engineers. Travel ~10–20% annually to customer sites, flight tests, and integration exercises.

Staff Software Engineer leading the development of in-house robot software applications for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). This role requires strong Python and C++ expertise to architect scalable, robust applications; mentor junior engineers; integrate state-of-the-art autonomy features including deep learning models, mapping, and motion planning; and improve performance through profiling and debugging.…See more The position demands 7-8+ years of software development experience with complex sensor-driven systems and 1-2+ years of technical leadership, with responsibilities spanning hardware integration, firmware coordination, and cross-functional collaboration across cloud, control, and simulation teams.

Lead technical delivery of complex autonomy capabilities for Shield AI's V-BAT and X-BAT unmanned aircraft platforms, spanning mission autonomy, payload integration, flight-control interfaces, and multi-agent behaviors. Own end-to-end integration from architecture through field deployment, coordinate across Aircraft, Autonomy Capabilities, Perception, and GCS teams, and drive mission readiness for customer releases.…See more Mentor engineers, improve engineering practices, and serve as primary technical partner to the Aircraft team on integration approaches and interface design. Requires 7+ years of relevant experience, expert C++ and Linux development, and deep expertise in complex autonomy systems or embedded systems integration.