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Nextracker Inc.

Sr. Director Engineering

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Nextracker Inc.
Innovative solar tracker solutions for clean energy generation and grid integration.
Lead autonomous mobile robot development, integrating ROS, perception, and motion planning.
4d ago
$280,000 - $300,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Fremont, CA
Hybrid
Company Size
1,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Solar tracker manufacturing
Software solutions
Energy storage
Predictive modeling
Technical services
Global support
Project development
Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Solar
Utility-scale Solar
Distributed Generation
Manufacturing
Sustainable Supply Chain
Renewable Energy
Steel Industry
Role
What you would be doing
ros architecture
edge compute
sensor fusion
motion planning
computer vision
customer engagement
  • Ensure autonomous mobile robot systems meet performance, safety, and reliability standards across diverse operational environments.
  • Optimize compute pipelines for edge deployment and real-time performance in mobile robotic platforms.
  • Represent autonomous mobile robot systems in strategic planning, customer engagements, and industry forums.
  • Architect scalable and modular autonomy stacks using ROS/ROS2 and real-time middleware.
  • Collaborate with product, hardware, and software teams to deliver integrated robotic solutions.
  • Lead efforts in sensor fusion, localization, and mapping for robust navigation and obstacle avoidance.
  • Lead cross-functional teams focused on autonomous mobile robot systems, including motion planning, perception, controls, and systems integration.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of motion planning algorithms, behavioral models, and decision-making frameworks for mobile robots.
  • Define and execute the roadmap for autonomous mobile robots, including ROS-based architecture and full autonomy stack development.
  • Drive integration of computer vision and LiDAR-based perception systems into the autonomy stack.
What you bring
ros/ros2
motion planning
computer vision
lidar
phd
leadership
  • Ability to travel occasionally each month
  • Experience with autonomous vehicles, drones, or industrial mobile robotics platforms.
  • Proven experience leading autonomy or robotics teams focused on mobile robotic platforms.
  • Demonstrated success in scaling autonomous systems from prototype to production.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Expertise in motion planning, behavioral design, autonomous stack architecture, and ROS/ROS2.
  • Master's degree or PhD
  • Knowledge of safety standards, simulation tools, and regulatory frameworks in mobile robotics.
  • Familiarity with edge computing, real-time systems, and cloud infrastructure.
  • Deep understanding of computer vision, LiDAR integration, and sensor fusion for mobile robots.
  • 10+ years experience with a strong technical background in robotics, computer science, or a related field.
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Company
Overview
  • Founded to revolutionize solar energy with cutting-edge tracker technology.
  • Provides advanced solar tracking solutions that maximize energy production and efficiency.
  • Works with utility-scale solar projects to deliver reliable and cost-effective power solutions.
  • Delivers engineering excellence with focus on durability, performance, and ease of installation.
  • Has grown to become a global leader in solar tracker systems, with projects across multiple continents.
  • Known for developing and deploying smart, automated solar trackers that adjust to the sun’s position.
  • Focuses on enhancing the sustainability and scalability of solar energy worldwide.
  • Pioneers in creating solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing grid infrastructure.
  • Constantly pushing the boundaries of solar technology to support a cleaner, greener future.
Culture + Values
  • Customer Success
  • Innovation & Agility
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Safety First
  • Sustainability in Action
  • Excellence in Execution
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero 2040
Ambitious Climate Goal
Aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2040, showcasing strong commitment to sustainability.
50M CO2 Saved
Annual Emission Reduction
Reduces 50 million metric tons of CO2 annually through solar projects, significantly impacting global emissions.
100% Renewable by 2030
Energy Transition Commitment
Committed to sourcing all operational energy needs from renewable sources by 2030.
  • Designs products to enhance solar energy efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Solutions accelerate the global shift to sustainable energy.
Inclusion & Diversity
50/50 Gender Ratio
Leadership Commitment
The company aims to achieve equal representation of men and women in its leadership teams.
45% Women Employees
Employee Representation
A significant percentage of the workforce is female, with strong presence in engineering and technology roles.
  • Promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce with measurable goals for gender balance in leadership positions.
  • Supports diverse hiring practices to foster inclusion across different backgrounds.
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