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Sr. Algorithm Developer
Location
Troy, MI - USA
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 10, 2026
Apply by
August 9, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
Senior Algorithm Engineer
Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?
YOUR ROLE
As a Senior Algorithm Engineer on our team, you will be part of Aptiv's Advanced Safety group pioneered the sensors, software, and systems that empower Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision Warning, Emergency Brake Assist, and Lane Keeping systems widely available to consumers today; and we continue to stretch the technology envelope with 360-degree sensing and advanced algorithms piloting automated vehicles.
The Tracking and Sensor Fusion Team is located in our Troy, MI Tech Center. We are looking for Automated Driving Algorithm Developers, who will be responsible for developing advanced sensor fusion and vehicle tracking algorithms within Aptiv that meet the requirement of L0-L3 autonomous driving system.
In your daily job you will:
- Algorithm development for Tracking and Sensor Fusion
- Design, integrate, test and release software/algorithm to internal and external customers
- Algorithm validation and functional performance Improvement in various environments
- Help resolve the challenging perception problems from different global programs
- Collaborate with the downstream teams to support the L0-L3 autonomous driving system globally.
YOUR BACKGROUND
Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or relevant filed
- 2+ years' experience in sensor fusion and object tracking
- Good understanding of tracking filters, data association and machine learning algorithms
- Critical & proactive thinker with excellent problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills
- Understanding of ASPICE
- Basic knowledge of radar signal processing
- 3+ years of C++ and Python
- Experience with version control and issue tracking on large collaborative projects (Plastic, Git, Jira, Jenkins or similar)
- Flexibility to change to different perception tasks
Nice to Haves (Preferred Qualifications):
- PhD in Engineering or relevant field
- 5+ years’ experience in Automated Driving algorithm design and implementation
- Real-world L2 or higher level automated driving system development
- Experience with Python and ROS
- Knowledge of vehicle dynamics, numerical methods and statistic methods
- Experience in code profiling and optimization
WHY JOIN US?
- You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
- You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
- You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:
- Private health care effective day 1 of employment
- Life and accident insurance
- Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation and Parental leave)
- Relocation assistance may be available
- Learning and development opportunities
- Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
- Recognition for innovation and excellence
- Opportunities to give back to the community
- Tuition Reimbursement
APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW!
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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop algorithms for tracking and sensor fusion
- Design, integrate, test, and release software and algorithms to customers
- Perform algorithm validation and improve functional performance in various environments
- Resolve challenging perception problems from global programs
- Collaborate with downstream teams to support L0-L3 autonomous driving systems
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering or relevant field
Skills Required
Sensor fusionObject trackingTracking filtersData associationMachine learning algorithmsASPICERadar signal processingC++PythonVersion controlGitJiraJenkinsProblem solvingCommunicationTeamworkCritical thinkingProactive thinkingROSVehicle dynamicsNumerical methodsStatistical methodsCode profilingOptimization
Benefits
- Private health care effective day 1
- Life and accident insurance
- Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Parental leave)
- Relocation assistance
- Learning and development opportunities
- Discount programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
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