Staff C++ Software Engineer - Autonomy Architecture

XPeng Motors is one of China’s leading smart electric vehicle (EV) companies. We design, develop, and manufacture smart EVs that are seamlessly integrated with advanced Internet, AI and autonomous driving technologies. We are committed to in-house R&D and intelligent manufacturing to create a better mobility experience for our customers. We strive to transform smart electric vehicles with technology and data, shaping the mobility experience of the future.

We are looking for an experienced Senior C++ Software Engineer in our Self Driving Architecture Team. You will have the opportunities to impact all teams across autonomy: authoring libraries, improving system performance and mentoring junior developers etc. This will be a great opportunity for experienced C++ developers to get into the self-driving industry, and understand the entire tech stack.

Location: Santa Clara Area and Greater Seattle Area

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze, architect, design and implement software solutions to meet business needs.

• Build performance-critical frameworks, reusable libraries, and components in modern C++ that are foundational to our autonomy stack.

• Author libraries, debug and resolve issues in all environments including production.

• Analyze software architecture, identify bottlenecks and collaborate with other teams to fix these bottlenecks.

• Collaborate with colleagues across autonomy teams on algorithm, designs, and architectures.

• Coach and mentor junior developers about software practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Passion for modern C++

• A degree in computer science or STEM field

• 5+ years of industry experience on C++ development

• Strong expertise in writing modern and production quality c++ code and setting standard for code quality across engineering teams

• Experience in developing C++ libraries

• Strong background in data structures, algorithms and OOP/FP/MP

• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in low-latency system environment, high-performance computing

• Experience in safety-critical programming

• Experience in build system is a plus

• Proven expertise in Bazel Remote Cache and Remote Execution

• Proficiency in writing custom Bazel rules and extensions using Starlark

• Experience working with ROS or other robotics frameworks

• Experience in message passing middle-ware is a plus

What do we provide:

• A fun, supportive and engaging environment

• Opportunity to make significant impact on the transportation revolution by the means of advancing autonomous driving

• Opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies with the top talent in the field

• Competitive compensation package

• Snacks, lunches, and fun activities

The base salary range for this full-time position is $180,000-$300,000, in addition to bonus, equity and benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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.