Sr Software Engineer

Job Description

The Advanced Robotics and Innovation Engineer plays a pivotal role in shaping ZF’s next generation of edge-connected driver assistance and automated driving technologies. The ideal candidate combines strong theoretical foundations in probabilistic robotics and classical perception techniques, such as Kalman filtering and sensor fusion, with practical implementation skills in modern C++. This position is part of ZF’s ADAS & HPC business, which is entering an exciting new phase of growth and transformation within the advanced automotive technology space.

The business unit is planned for divestiture, creating a unique opportunity to help shape the future of next-generation driver assistance and high-performance computing technologies.

What you can look forward to as the Advanced Robotics and Innovation Engineer:

• Designing and developing new driver assistance functions, spanning from advanced low-speed parking systems all the way through Level 3 hands-free autonomous driving capabilities on highways and complex urban environments.
• Applying deep interdisciplinary expertise across computer science, applied mathematics, and controls and estimation theory to create robust, high-performance solutions that push the boundaries of what is possible in production vehicles.
• Collaborating effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Your Profile as the Senior Software Engineer
- Robotics & Innovation:

• Bachelors of Science (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field.
• 6+ years experience developing driver assistance systems or related technologies.
• High competency in developing modern object oriented C++ applications (C++14 or later).
• Prior experience working in a modern CI and Dev Ops software development framework.
• A general understanding of gitflow software development practices
• A working level knowledge of probabilistic robotics and related concepts.

What We Offer:

• A supportive collaborative team environment
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Personal Time
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential.

We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

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