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Wayve

Robot type
Autonomous Vehicle
Location
SunnyvaleCaliforniaUSA
Job type
Software
Posted
May 8, 2026
Salary
$295,500–$375,100 a year
Full-time

Principal Software Engineer, Robot Software

Job description

Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology. Our advanced AI software and foundation models enable vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate any complex environment, enhancing the usability and safety of automated driving systems.

Job responsibilities

  • Technical Strategy & Vision: Partner with leadership to define a 12-24 month technical roadmap. Chart a course to align, upgrade, and enhance existing systems to meet customer demands and improve internal efficiency.
  • System Architecture: Lead the design of complex, cross-functional systems. You will ensure that the "Robot" layer integrates seamlessly with the broader Embodied AI algorithms (e.g.
  • Engineering Excellence: Set the bar for code quality, testing rigor, and observability. You’ll lead design reviews for critical components of the stack and "unblock" teams facing deep-seated architectural debt.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership: Act as the technical bridge between Robot Software and neighboring departments like Hardware, Production Software, Simulation, Application Software, Data Platform, and DevOps to ensure…
  • Technical Mentorship: Cultivate a culture of excellence. You won't just manage tasks; you will grow Senior and Staff engineers through high-level coaching and by modeling principled decision-making.
  • Variable Depth Engagement: Demonstrate the "T-shaped" leadership required to oversee a diverse portfolio of initiatives.

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