> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1140872-senior-software-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1140872-senior-software-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - **Company:** Zendar LLC - **Location:** Berkeley, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), CAN Bus, Linux, Device Drivers, Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), Motion Planning, Software Engineering, Lidar - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d4403f63cd2cb277 ## About the Role * Ability to work from the office in Berkeley, CA, at least from Tuesday to Thursday. * 5+ years of experience in SW engineering. * Proficiency with C++ and Python. * Experience leading features from design through production. * Ability to break down complex problems into well-defined technical solutions. * A proactive approach to solving problems and willingness to take on new challenges as they arise. * Somebody with solid opinions based on experience, yet open-minded and flexible to find the best solution for the situation., * Experience working with hardware, especially automotive sensors (radar, lidar, camera, CANbus) * Experience with Javascript or UI development * Experience with working with Linux * A track record of excelling in ambiguous or evolving roles in a fast-paced environment ## Description We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join the Platform team of 5 engineers (3 in Berkeley and 2 in Lindau, Germany) with a strong team culture and wide range of expertise, from low-level device drivers up to UI development. You will contribute to all those levels of abstraction across a wide range of project types. This role is ideal for someone with very strong software fundamentals, and comfort and eagerness to learn new domains and challenge themself., * Enable Development of New Perception-based Platforms + Integrate new models and algorithms into existing application + Work with research teams to support Motion planning and Control of vehicle development * Develop and Maintain Data Collection Platform + Support data collection requirements from our ML team by adapting the current platform with new sensors and features * Set and Maintain Software Standards + Drive the team to uphold good SW development practices like testing or efficient deployment + Work with teams in the company to maintain unified SW architecture across platforms ## Related Videos - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [A Hitchhikers Guide to Container Security - Automotive Edition 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1119-a-hitchhikers-guide-to-container-security-automotive-edition-2024) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard)