Embedded Perception Engineer (autonomy systems)

At The Boring Company, we’re revolutionizing underground infrastructure with Prufrock, our next-generation Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM). We’re pushing the boundaries of autonomy to achieve Continuous Mining and Zero-People-in-Tunnel (ZPIT) operations-making tunneling faster, safer, and more efficient. As we scale the Prufrock fleet, we’re seeking exceptional talent to accelerate our autonomy vision., * Own and implement advanced perception pipelines for tunnel construction, integrating sensor fusion, computer vision, and real-time modeling to enable fully autonomous TBM operations.

• Build, deploy, and harden collision avoidance systems, from raw sensor data processing to spatial modeling, collision detection/warning algorithms, and reactive control strategies.
• Implement and maintain practical path planning and constraint-based navigation appropriate for confined tunnel environments.
• Drive end-to-end autonomy (hardware-to-operations), ensuring seamless integration with control systems for mission-critical reliability.
• Drive rapid iteration and deployment in a vertically integrated team, turning concepts into operational hardware-software solutions - developing in the lab and validating in the field.

Embedded Systems, Systems Engineering, Boring, Tunnel Boring Machine, Vehicle Fleets, Continuous Mining Machine, Embedded Systems, Computer Vision, Shaft/Tunnel Construction, Collision Avoidance Systems, We’re looking for an Embedded Perception Engineer with proven, real-world expertise in building robust autonomous systems for complex environments. Ideal candidates will have shipped production-grade solutions in novel applications., * Demonstrated Real-World Impact: Extensive experience deploying autonomous robotics in production / battle-tested environments (e.g., industrial automation, autonomous vehicles, or similar).

• Collision Avoidance Expertise: Ability to deeply articulate and implement full-stack solutions, including:
• Sensing pipelines (e.g., LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, onboard encoders).
• Algorithms for building dynamic spatial models.
• Detection and prediction of collisions/warnings.
• Robot reaction logic (e.g., graded responses for proximity alerts vs. emergency halts).
• Extensive Computer/Machine Vision Experience: Mastery in neural networks, object detection/tracking, semantic segmentation, and handling noisy, low-visibility data in real-time.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, with 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong programming skills in C++, Python, or similar, with a track record of optimizing for performance in embedded systems., * Willing to travel to job sites as required to commission & develop new designs, as well as troubleshoot and problem solve existing designs.
• Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary.

We offer employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, and a competitive amount of equity for all permanent employees.

The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with The Boring Company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.