Control Engineer, Behavior Actuation

Woven by Toyota

. Write and edit C++ code to implement control algorithms in team repositories .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timePalo Alto • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $112,000 - $184,000 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C++ programming and control algorithms, with a strong foundation in control theory and estimation. Capable of developing vehicle control systems from prototype to production while effectively collaborating with team members and addressing customer needs.

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C++ Programming ExperienceControl Theory ExpertiseVehicle Control Algorithms DevelopmentAD/ADAS ExperienceProficient in English

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Hard Skills

C++ ProgrammingControl AlgorithmsEstimationModel Predictive Control (MPC)Machine LearningReinforcement LearningConvex OptimizationVehicle Dynamics

Soft Skills

Collaborative TeamworkPragmatic Problem Solving

Industry Keywords

Control SystemsRoboticsAdvanced Driver Assistance Systems (AD/ADAS)Verification and Validation (V&V)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write and edit C++ code to implement control algorithms in team repositories
Review requirements and determine which control algorithms are most appropriate and why
Review test data and occasionally ride along in test vehicles to understand current performance and identify areas for improvement
Act as DRI for a software component, respond to customer requests, and represent the team during appropriate V&V activities
Balance immediate production needs with speculative advanced development work
Develop vehicle control and estimation algorithms from prototype to production
Ensure control algorithms meet external product requirements and internal capability goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Masters or PhD in Control Systems, Estimation, Robotics, or similar field
3+ years working in AD/ADAS or highly related fields (robotics, other control systems); working in an academic lab counts
Proficient in English, written and verbal
C++ programming experience
Solid understanding of control theory, particularly MPC, and estimation
Pragmatic mindset and desire to solve real world problems
Good teammate who works collaboratively with others
Experience with ML, especially learning-based control, RL, etc. (nice to have)
Experience with convex optimization (nice to have)
Vehicle dynamics knowledge (nice to have)
Japanese language skills (nice to have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage
A rewarding 401k program
Flexible vacation policy
Family planning and care benefits
Short term and long term incentives