Senior Path Planning Algo Engineer
Autobrains
Munich, Germany
Posted on Mar 13, 2026
Description
Autobrains is looking for a hands-on Senior Path Planning Algorithm Engineer to design and develop the core planning intelligence of our autonomy stack — responsible for generating safe, comfortable, and feasible driving paths in real-world environments.
This role is key to turning perception and world understanding into actionable motion, enabling robust and scalable autonomous driving for millions of vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop Path Planning algorithms for L2+ up to Eyes-Off autonomy
- Build planning components such as:
- path generation and refinement
- constraint-aware planning (lane geometry, static/dynamic obstacles, traffic rules)
- optimization-based planning and feasibility checks
- Develop and improve planning modules integrated with our world model, digital twin, and edge-AI stack
- Implement and optimize algorithms in C++ with real-time performance constraints
- Work closely with perception, prediction, and control teams to define clean interfaces and ensure end-to-end robustness
- Participate in architecture discussions, design reviews, and code reviews
- Contribute to validation methodologies, scenario-based testing, and fleet-feedback loops
- Analyze corner cases and improve robustness across diverse driving scenarios
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in autonomous driving / robotics / motion planning / navigation / real-time systems
- Strong expertise in Path Planning and/or optimization-based planning methods
- Strong C++ skills (Python is a plus)
- Experience working with real-time systems and performance-critical code
- Strong problem-solving skills, end-to-end ownership, and ability to work independently
- Experience in automotive production environments