XPeng Motors

Staff Software Engineer

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Santa Clara, CA

In-Office

179K-304K

Senior level

Automotive

The Role

Design and implement software modules for autonomous systems, optimize performance, and provide architectural guidance for other teams.

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.

As a software engineer, you will be part of a team working towards XPENG's autonomous vehicle vision.

Job Responsibilities:

Design and implement modules within the autonomous software stack, especially AI 2.0 data close loop software
Analyze system CPU and memory performance and propose/implement optimization
Debug performance bottlenecks
Provide software design and architecture guidance to other teams within the company

Minimum Skill Requirements:

BS/MS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
5+ years of Software Development experience
Excellent C++/C programming skills
Excellent understanding of multi-threading and concurrency fundamentals
Experience with RTOS
Proficient at CPU or memory profiling tools.
Excellent debugging skills (Coredump , live debug)
Master of software debugging tools: software debuggers, analyzers, trace loggers
Proficiency with Git, Python and Shell

Preferred Skill Requirements:

Experience with Linux Kernel
Experience with Nvidia Orin platforms
Experience with TCP/IP , UDP and networking protocols.
Experience with DDS
Experience in Automotive industry
Familiarity with Communications protocols (CAN, MQTT, etc.)

What do we provide:

A fun, supportive and engaging environment
Opportunities to pursue and work on cutting edge technologies
Competitive salary
Snacks, lunches and fun activities

The base salary range for this full-time position is $179,400-$303,600, 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.

Top Skills

C++

Cpu And Memory Profiling Tools

Git

Linux Kernel

Python

Rtos

Shell

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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).