Senior Motion Planning & Control Software Engineer

ABOUT FUTURAIL

Futurail is a leading technology startup and autonomy powerhouse based in Germany and France. We power the future of autonomous travel on rail with our holistic autonomy stack for self-driving trains. Our mission is to make trains even more attractive by offering frequent, reliable, cost-effective and low-carbon transportation, contributing to the broader goal of transitioning from road to rail. Founded by a team with extensive expertise in autonomous driving and rail, we are committed to shaping the future of rail transportation.

We are entering a phase of rapid growth. This is your chance to join an ambitious team at the forefront of autonomy and rail, working to transform how millions of people move every day!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Futurail seeks an experienced engineer to shape the core Motion Planning & Control systems that ensure safe and reliable autonomous train operation. You’ll design safety-critical control strategies, ensure compliance with functional safety standards, and collaborate with integration teams and OEM partners to deliver seamless end-to-end performance across the vehicle platform.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and validate real-time motion planning & control software that ensures stable, responsive, and safe vehicle behavior.
• Design safety envelopes and supervision mechanisms to guarantee fail-safe operation under stringent functional safety standards (e.g., SIL, CENELEC, or equivalent).
• Define and implement interfaces between control systems and upstream modules (perception, localization, state monitoring).
• Deploy and test new features in simulation, structured trials, and real-world field environments, with strong attention to observability and telemetry.
• Collaborate with OEM partners and internal teams to ensure end-to-end integration and system reliability.
• Maintain high standards of code quality and maintainability ; contribute to technical reviews and mentor junior engineers when needed

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience in motion planning/control for autonomous systems, robotics, automotive, or rail.
• Strong foundation in control theory (e.g., MPC, PID), path planning, and real-time systems
• Proficiency in C++ and Python ; Rust is a plus
• Familiarity with vehicle communication protocols (SafetyGPIOs, Ethernet, CAN, etc.)
• Proven track record in safety envelopes, supervision mechanisms, or fail-safe control strategies in safety-critical domains.

Join us as a Senior Motion Planning & Control Software Engineer on our journey, and contribute to sustainable transportation for the future. If you are interested, please submit your application through this form. We look forward to hearing from you!