CompensationSep 3, 2019
NewIlYV41

Compensation for Software Engineer - Motion Planning in Autonomous Driving Industry

Recruiter called this morning stating that they are interested in moving forward with an offer and asked about the numbers twice. I didn't tell any number so that I don't tell something lower than what Bosch might offer. So, what I need to know is what's the market rates for Software Engineer - Motion Planning with 2 years of experience in the field. From what I read on Blind and other platforms, new grads make around 200k TC. I was low-balled at my current company with a TC of 120k.

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9527 Sep 3, 2019

Double what you are making

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IlYV41 OP Sep 5, 2019

Thanks for the suggestion

Apple tWXs45 Sep 3, 2019

What technologies go into Motion Planning?

General Motors ssLO72 Sep 4, 2019

It also depends upon the place as well.

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IlYV41 OP Sep 5, 2019

It's the Bay Area

General Motors ssLO72 Sep 9, 2019

Then try to get better tc

Rivian sgSclx Sep 4, 2019

Probably between 180-250ish depending on level of IC

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IlYV41 OP Sep 5, 2019

IC2 most likely, but maybe IC3 They're still figuring that out apparently

Cruise Automation qiruelqnz Sep 4, 2019

The company matters. It’ll be more than Bosch.

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IlYV41 OP Sep 5, 2019

Did not get you. You mean, Cruise pays more than Bosch? I'm interviewing with Cruise. I hope I clear the interviews. Any tips are welcome on preparation

Cruise Automation qiruelqnz Sep 5, 2019

I’m certain Cruise pays more than Bosch, though you’ll get private RSU’s not liquid. I’m not in motion planning so can’t help you specifically there sorry.

KLA-Tencor optomechie May 21, 2020

OP, what’s your experience background? I’m going to grad school to enter SLAM role after