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From the employer's careers site First seen 31 Oct 2026 · Still live on 13 Nov 2026

Senior Software Engineer, Planning (Robotics)

Grab Shanghai senior full-time

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Description

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. As a Senior Software Engineer, Planning (Robotics), you will be responsible for developing and deploying planning algorithms for autonomous robots.

You will work on designing global routing, decision-making, and motion planning systems that ensure safety, efficiency, and comfort. You will also research non-structured indoor environments and develop nonlinear multi-objective planning methods.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and implementing planning algorithms for autonomous robots
  • Developing and testing planning methods in simulation and real-world environments
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate and iterate on algorithms
  • Researching and developing new planning methods and techniques

Requirements:

  • Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics, Vehicle Engineering, or related fields
  • 3+ years of experience in planning algorithm development for autonomous vehicles or robots
  • Strong C++ programming skills and proficiency in Python and Linux
  • Experience with ROS/ROS2 or Apollo/Autoware is a plus
  • Familiarity with classical decision-making and planning methods, such as Lattice, DP/QP, Hybrid A*, and POMDP
  • Experience with machine learning methods, such as imitation learning and reinforcement learning

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary package
  • Stock incentives
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Term life insurance
  • Parental and birthday leave
  • Volunteer leave

Why join us?

  • Opportunity to work on impactful projects that directly affect the future of logistics
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Global exposure and networking opportunities

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Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • ICRA
  • IROS
  • IV
  • CVPR
  • end-to-end planning
  • real-world deployment

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