Senior Software Engineer, Motion Planning
Hybrid Santa Clara Full-time Senior Software Engineering
At a glance
Senior Software Engineering role at PlusAI. Santa Clara · full-time · $150,000–$190,000 base.
SalaryStated by PlusAI
$150,000 – $190,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from PlusAIOur estimate for the market: $169,898–$205,538Median $184,095
The range includes the market median of $184,095 for senior software engineering roles in Santa Clara.
Worked out from 30 postings that stated pay, median $184,095. Last updated Oct 24, 2026.
RoleSoftware Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationSanta Clara
WorkplaceHybrid
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$150,000–$190,000
PostedJan 30, 2026 · 8mo ago
Role brief
techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Build and ship motion-planning software for lateral and longitudinal vehicle movement
- Bring new planning algorithms into the production system using C++ optimization frameworks and tools such as git and ROS
- Diagnose system behavior and tune it with internal and open-source visualization tools
- Align system designs with other engineers before implementation through clear written and spoken communication
What you bring
- A master’s or doctoral degree in computer or software engineering, robotics, robotic systems development, or a related area
- Experience writing production software in C++
- Applied robotics work in motion planning, computer vision, machine learning, or another listed area
- Strong communication skills in writing and conversation
Who this fits
This senior role suits an engineer focused on robotics and motion planning for self-driving trucks. It is based in Santa Clara and listed as hybrid.
From the employer
PlusAI is a Physical AI company pioneering AI-based virtual driver software for factory-built autonomous trucks. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with operations in the United States and Europe, Plus was named by Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Partners including TRATON GROUP’s Scania, MAN, and International brands, Hyundai Motor Company, Iveco Group, Bosch, and DSV are working with Plus to accelerate the deployment of next-generation autonomous trucks. If you’re ready to make a huge impact and drive the future of autonomy, Plus is looking for talented individuals to join its fast-growing teams.
As a Senior Software Engineer, Planning for self-driving trucks, you will work on developing cutting-edge software that takes data from a multitude of sensors such as cameras, radars and lidars, and converts them into actionable information for downstream components like prediction and planning.
Your opportunities joining PlusAIWork, learn and grow in a highly future-oriented, innovative and dynamic field.Wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development.Catered free lunch, unlimited snacks and beverages.Highly competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k) plan.
As a Senior Software Engineer, Planning for self-driving trucks, you will work on developing cutting-edge software that takes data from a multitude of sensors such as cameras, radars and lidars, and converts them into actionable information for downstream components like prediction and planning.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop and deploy motion planning software to support PlusAI’s planning, using the latest techniques in lateral and longitudinal motion planning.
- Utilize latest C++ numerical optimization frameworks (e.g. qpOasys) and industry standard software tools (git, ROS, etc.) to integrate new lateral and longitudinal motion planning algorithms into our production system.
- Perform system level diagnostics and tuning using in-house visualization tools and open-source visualization platforms (e.g. webviz)
- Use good oral and written communication skills to collaborate with other engineers to produce system designs that are approved at a high level before software implementation begins
Required Qualifications:
- MS or PhD in Computer/Software Engineering, Robotics, Robotic Systems Development, or related field.
- Experience developing production code in C++, with python experience as an added advantage.
- Applied robotics experience in any of: Robotics/ Motion Planning/Computer Vision/Machine Learning
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD + 1-2 years or MS + 3-4 years of experience
Your opportunities joining PlusAIWork, learn and grow in a highly future-oriented, innovative and dynamic field.Wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development.Catered free lunch, unlimited snacks and beverages.Highly competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k) plan.
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