Performance Development Engineer

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Shenzhen, Guangdong
In-Office
Mid level
Automotive
The Role
The Performance Development Engineer will optimize humanoid robot systems through cross-disciplinary performance enhancements, bottleneck identification, and innovative testing using AI and machine learning.
Summary Generated by Built In
XPENG is a leading smart technology company at the forefront of innovation, integrating advanced AI and autonomous driving technologies into its vehicles, including electric vehicles (EVs), electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and robotics. With a strong focus on intelligent mobility, XPENG is dedicated to reshaping the future of transportation through cutting-edge R&D in AI, machine learning, and smart connectivity.
 
At XPENG Robotics Center, we are dedicated to the development of state-of-the-art humanoid robot technology, including robotics locomotion, manipulation, navigation, and human-robot interaction powered by large language models. We possess a world-class team of software and hardware professionals. 

We are looking for a outstanding Performance Development Engineer to participate in the optimization of our next-generation humanoid robot systems. This role involves a holistic approach to performance improvement, spanning from mechanical systems and electronics to control algorithms and embedded systems. You will be at the forefront of pushing the boundaries of robotic performance by focusing on motion precision, system responsiveness, and energy efficiency. This is not just about development—it’s about innovation and delivering cutting-edge solutions across complex interdisciplinary challenges.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Cross-Disciplinary Performance Optimization: Participate in end-to-end performance development, integrating mechanical systems, control algorithms, and embedded systems to enhance overall system functionality.
  • System Bottleneck Identification: Conduct in-depth analysis to identify performance bottlenecks across hardware, software, and control systems, and provide data-driven solutions for continuous improvement.
  • Leverage Advanced Technologies: Apply AI and machine learning algorithms to optimize system performance, using predictive models and adaptive learning to improve real-world robotic behavior.
  • Complex Environment Testing and Optimization: Design and implement performance tests in diverse operational environments, ensuring that the robot consistently performs at peak levels.
  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Tools: Develop custom tools to monitor real-time performance metrics and provide feedback loops for system optimization.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with teams in electronics, software, and mechanical engineering to ensure seamless performance integration and improvements.
  • Innovative Thinking: Stay at the cutting edge of performance development methodologies and apply innovative solutions to stretch the limits of robotic system capabilities.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Accordingly experience in system integration and performance development, particularly within robotics, automation, or intelligent hardware sectors.
  • Strong sense of control systems, embedded development, and the use of advanced performance optimization tools and techniques.
  • Experience in identifying system-level performance issues and driving resolution in complex multi-subsystem environments.
  • Experience in designing and implementing comprehensive performance tests and data analysis workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration, driving system performance improvement across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Background in AI-driven performance optimization, particularly in applying machine learning for real-time improvements.
  • Familiarity with agile methodologies, ensuring fast iteration and testing cycles in development.

What We Offer:

  • Be a key part of the development of next-generation humanoid robots, helping to shape the future of robotics.
  • Work in an innovative, dynamic environment where cross-disciplinary collaboration and boundary-pushing technologies are at the core of our mission.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits, with with opportunities for professional growth in a cutting-edge field.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status or marital status or any other prescribed category set forth in federal or state regulations.

Top Skills

AI
Control Systems
Embedded Development
Machine Learning
Performance Optimization Tools
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The Company
Palo Alto, CA
993 Employees
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Xpeng Motors is a leading Chinese electric vehicle and technology company that designs and manufactures intelligent automobiles that are seamlessly integrated with the Internet and utilize the latest advances in artificial intelligence. Focusing on China’s young and tech-savvy consumer base, XPENG Motors strives to offer smart mobility solutions with technology innovation and cutting-edge R&D. The company’s initial backers include its CEO & Chairman He Xiaopeng, the founder of UCWeb Inc. and a former Alibaba executive. It was co-founded in 2014 by Henry Xia and He Tao, former senior executives at Guangzhou Auto with expertise in innovative automotive technology and R&D. It has received funding from prominent Chinese and international investors including Alibaba Group, Foxconn Group and IDG Capital. Currently with 3,000 employees, the company is headquartered in Guangzhou and has design, R&D, manufacturing and sales & marketing divisions in Silicon Valley, San Diego, Beijing, Shanghai, Zhaoqing (Guangdong Province) and Zhengzhou (Henan Province).

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