Head of Autonomy

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DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash. We explore robotics and automation to transform last mile logistics in the long term. If you have a passion for applying robotics solutions in a service used by millions of people, we want to talk to you!

We’re looking for an Engineering Leader who knows how to bring autonomous delivery systems to life. In this role, you'll lead, manage and grow a software team in a fast-paced, startup environment.

This role reports directly to our co-founder.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead a team of engineers bringing up all components necessary for autonomous driving
  • Collaborate with hardware engineering to create an integrated system, including sensor/compute selection and integration
  • Drive roadmap of autonomy software, setting milestones, building the team, and working with internal/external partners

Qualifications

  • Strong CS fundamentals (via academic or industry experience)
  • 5+ years of engineering experience
  • 2+ years experience leading software engineering teams
  • Expertise in vehicle autonomy
  • Experience shipping a working robotics or autonomy system

Nice To Haves

  • PhD / research experience in vehicle autonomy or machine learning
  • Industrial automation experience shipping safety-critical software
  • Startup experience
  • Experience with ROS

Why You’ll Love Working at DoorDash...

  • We are leaders - Leadership is not limited to our management team. It’s something everyone at DoorDash embraces and embodies.
  • We are doers - We believe the only way to predict the future is to build it. Creating solutions that will lead our company and our industry is what we do -- on every project, every day.
  • We are learning - We’re not afraid to dig in and uncover the truth, even if it’s scary or inconvenient. Everyone here is continually learning on the job, no matter if we’ve been in a role for one year or one minute.
  • We are customer obsessed - Our mission is to grow and empower local economies. We are committed to our customers, merchants, and dashers and believe in connecting people with possibility.
  • We are all DoorDash - The magic of DoorDash is our people, together making our inspiring goals attainable and driving us to greater heights.
  • We offer great compensation packages and comprehensive health benefits.

About DoorDash

DoorDash is a technology company that connects customers with their favorite local and national businesses in over 4,000 cities and all 50 states across the United States and Canada. Founded in 2013, DoorDash empowers merchants to grow their businesses by offering on-demand delivery, data-driven insights, and better in-store efficiency, providing delightful experiences from door to door. By building the last-mile delivery infrastructure for local cities, DoorDash is bringing communities closer, one doorstep at a time. Read more on the DoorDash blog or at www.doordash.com. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel. 

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Location

Our office is located in the SOMA district, walking distance to many restaurants, bars, and public transportation.

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