We’re creating an entirely new way to solve the most ubiquitous problem in industry - moving and storing material. We’re applying robotics and distributed software to create a new class of product for this $1T market. We’re focused on the supply chain industry first. The industry is in a massive bind with the continued growth of e-commerce, sharp rise in costs, and supply chain disruptions. What has been a “sleepy” industry for decades is now at the epicenter of sustaining the global economy.

About The Role

In this role you will play a pivotal role in developing next-generation autonomous systems, driving innovation in path planning and control for our autonomous robotic systems. You will design, implement, and integrate software and algorithms for optimal path and behavioral planning. This role spans the full development lifecycle and involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including hardware, firmware, AI, systems, and robotics. Beyond core development, you will also help shape a robust autonomy software stack and create tools for evaluation, validation, and continuous improvement. We are looking for a candidate with demonstrated skills working on complex and high abstraction problems and a great track record of delivering results.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize path planning and control algorithms for autonomous robotic systems
Develop and enhance software infrastructure for simulation, validation and verification, and system diagnostics
Architect and refine path-planning and tracking control algorithms to improve autonomy performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy and validate solutions in both simulated and real-world environments
Balance hands-on development, code reviews, and research to achieve product-driven milestones in a fast-paced startup environment
Integrate cutting-edge robotics research into our software stack to enhance system capabilities

Qualifications

MS/PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Expertise in areas such as path planning, motion planning, trajectory generation, behavior planning, optimal control, etc.
Experience in optimizing performance through efficient processing, visualization, and analysis of large datasets
Strong software development skills and proficiency with Python
Experience developing mixed-integer-linear programs (MILP) optimizations
Experience with multi-agent-pathfinding (MAPF), multi-agent-pickup-and-delivery (MAPD), or task-assignment-and-pathfinding (TAPF) algorithms

Preferred Qualifications

Experience implementing controllers and planners for fleets of real-time safety-critical mobile autonomous systems
Experience with simulation environments and developing kinematic/dynamic models for autonomous vehicles, robots, etc.
Knowledge of nonlinear optimization and search-based planning techniques
Experience with optimization software such as Gurobi or COIN-OR
Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Exposure to reinforcement learning foundation models

A Final Note

You’re encouraged to apply even if you can’t take on every example project in its totality. We

work closely and collaboratively at Mytra - No one takes on projects alone. We seek people who

are eager to work together, learn new things, and bring unique perspectives.

Benefits Include

Competitive compensation + equity grants at a high growth company backed by top tier VCs
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), commuter benefits, and pet insurance
Lively modern combined office and lab space where we rapidly iterate through design, build and test phases
Lunch and snacks provided in the office; we eat and share stories together at the “long” table
Flexible hours and flexible PTO

Pay Notice

Compensation for this position will be negotiated based on the candidate's experience level and location. The posted salary band is applicable only to the San Francisco Bay Area and is subject to change.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

180,000 - 220,000 USD per year(Mytra, Inc.)