Director, Autonomy Perception (Robotics)

TL;DR

Director, Autonomy Perception (Robotics): Leading the vision, strategy, and technical roadmap of the Autonomy Perception team with an accent on sensor processing algorithms and high-quality data integration. Focus on delivering robust advances in object detection, classification, tracking, and prediction within a unique MPDM architecture.

Location: Remote (Anywhere). Company is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan; moderate travel (11%-25%) is required.

Salary: $220,000 - $300,000 USD

Company

hirify.global develops autonomous vehicle technology to create safer, greener, and more accessible urban transit systems.

What you will do

• Define and execute the autonomy perception strategy and technical roadmap in coordination with fellow executives.
• Improve core perception technologies, specifically object detection, classification, tracking, and prediction.
• Lead the design and specification of next-generation sensor suites to optimize performance and cost.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to track autonomy system performance.
• Manage, mentor, and hire a diverse team of perception engineers and scientists.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Vehicle Engineering, Product, and Operations to deploy perception solutions.

Requirements

• 10+ years of engineering experience with a PhD or Master's in Robotics, Computer Science, or a similar technical field.
• 7+ years of software-focused experience solving complex robotics problems in mission-critical systems.
• Proven experience leading teams of 10+ engineers, including goal setting and performance management.
• Demonstrated success as a principal engineer or director in the autonomous vehicle or related space.

Nice to have

• 5+ years of management experience.
• Experience developing or utilizing Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM).
• Previous startup experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.
• Retirement benefits with an immediately vested employer safe harbor match.
• Generous paid parental leave and a phased return-to-work program.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays.
• Total Wellness Program providing resources for overall wellbeing.