Technical Lead for Autonomous Driving Planning Systems - Remote

Overview

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. Our customers include some of the world’s largest airlines and ground handling providers.

In Short

• Lead the planning team and set clear goals.
• Develop and maintain the planning module roadmap.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to create an integrated autonomous driving system.
• Establish best practices in software development and systems engineering.
• Drive the development of mission, behavior, and motion planners.
• Manage and deliver complex engineering projects.
• Foster a collaborative environment within the team.
• Balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on technical work.
• Contribute to strategic decision-making in planning system architecture.
• Ensure timely delivery of milestones by directing schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Math, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Physics, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in developing planning modules for autonomous systems.
• Strong programming skills in C++ (preferred) or Python.
• Experience with Linux-based operating systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong sense of ownership.
• Prior leadership or team management experience.
• Proven ability to manage complex engineering projects.

Benefits

• Opportunity to develop a market-defining enterprise product.
• Work closely with the autonomy engineering team.
• Be part of a transformative company in the aviation industry.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Potential for career growth in a fast-paced startup.