Hunter Goforth
About Hunter Goforth
Hunter Goforth is a Senior Software Engineer currently working at Motional, where he develops algorithms for camera and radar fusion. He has previously held positions at Argo AI and has a strong educational background in Robotics and Electrical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Washington.
Work at Motional
Hunter Goforth currently holds the position of Senior Software Engineer at Motional, where he has been employed since 2022. His work focuses on developing algorithms for camera and radar fusion utilizing raw data. He is involved in monocular object detection by integrating data from multiple cameras over time. Additionally, he delivers camera perception networks that facilitate online map element detection, which includes identifying drivable areas, lanes, and sidewalks. Goforth collaborates with the camera ISP team to enhance image signal processing and compression, aiming to improve neural network performance.
Previous Experience at Argo AI
Before joining Motional, Hunter Goforth worked at Argo AI in various roles. He served as a Senior Software Engineer for six months in 2022 and previously held the position of Software Engineer II for three years from 2019 to 2022, both in Palo Alto, California. Goforth began his tenure at Argo AI as a Software Engineer Intern in 2019, where he worked for two months. His experience at Argo AI contributed to his expertise in software engineering within the autonomous vehicle sector.
Education and Expertise
Hunter Goforth earned a Master of Science in Robotics from Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied from 2017 to 2019. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington, completing his degree from 2013 to 2017. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles, robotics, and software development, which he applies in his current role and previous positions.
Internships and Early Career
In the early stages of his career, Hunter Goforth completed several internships that contributed to his professional development. He interned as a Custom Power Engineering Intern at Crane Aerospace & Electronics for three months in 2016. In 2017, he worked as a Low Voltage Systems and Integration Intern at Tesla for four months. He also gained experience as an Intern Product Engineer at Micron Technology in 2015 for three months. These internships provided him with practical experience in various engineering disciplines.
Research Experience at Carnegie Mellon University
Hunter Goforth served as a Graduate Researcher at Carnegie Mellon University from 2017 to 2019. During this time, he engaged in research activities that enhanced his knowledge and skills in robotics and software engineering. His role as a researcher allowed him to explore advanced topics and contribute to projects that align with his academic background and professional interests.