Senior Software Engineer, Motion Planning

Senior Software Engineer, Motion Planning

Join AeroVect as a Senior Software Engineer, Motion Planning. AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers worldwide operate daily. As a Series A company backed by top‑tier venture capital, we serve major airlines and ground handlers. Learn more at www.aerovect.com.

You will

• Develop and implement advanced behavior planning algorithms for autonomous vehicles
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure robust integration and functionality of planning systems
• Design, write, and maintain efficient and scalable code in C++ and Python
• Contribute to the architecture and continuous improvement of behavior planning software
• Conduct extensive testing in simulated environments and real‑world scenarios to validate and refine behavior planning algorithms
• Analyze system performance and implement enhancements based on data and feedback
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of code, algorithms, and system designs
• Work closely with other engineering teams to ensure seamless coordination and development

You have

• Proficient in modern C++ (11/14/17) and object‑oriented programming
• Skilled in Python for rapid prototyping and testing
• Strong in debugging, profiling, and optimizing code
• Deep understanding of behavior planning algorithms such as state machines, behavior trees, and probabilistic planning
• Familiarity with path planning algorithms like A*, RRT, or optimization‑based methods
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of industry experience in autonomous driving, robotics, or a related field

We prefer

• Knowledge of state machines, behavior trees, and decision‑making under uncertainty
• Expertise in path planning algorithms such as A*, D*, and Rapidly‑exploring Random Trees (RRT)
• Knowledge of machine learning techniques, especially in the context of behavior prediction and planning
• Experience with ROS / ROS2
• Implementing systems that can re‑plan at high frequencies to adapt to dynamic changes in the environment
• Ensuring that behavior planning algorithms can execute with minimal latency for real‑time navigation
• Proficiency in optimization techniques and probabilistic models for making informed planning decisions under uncertainty
• Master’s degree or PhD in Robotics, AI, Mathematics, or a related field with a focus on planning, optimization, or control theory is a plus

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Location: Harrow, England, United Kingdom