Tansel Uras
About Tansel Uras
Tansel Uras is a Software Engineer currently employed at Motional, where he has worked remotely since 2023. He has over a decade of research experience in path planning and previously held positions at USC Viterbi School of Engineering and Waymo.
Work at Motional
Tansel Uras has been employed as a Software Engineer at Motional since 2023. His role is remote, allowing him to contribute to the company's initiatives in autonomous vehicle technology. His experience in software engineering and path planning supports Motional's objectives in developing advanced self-driving systems.
Previous Experience at USC Viterbi School of Engineering
Before joining Motional, Tansel Uras worked as a Research Assistant at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering from 2011 to 2020. During his nine years there, he focused on various research projects, gaining significant experience in path planning techniques. His contributions to the field were recognized through various accolades.
Experience at Waymo
Tansel Uras served as a Software Engineer at Waymo from 2020 to 2023. His work involved developing software solutions that enhance the functionality of autonomous vehicles. His tenure at Waymo contributed to his expertise in the field of self-driving technology and path planning.
Education and Expertise
Tansel Uras earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science from the University of Southern California, completing his studies from 2011 to 2019. His academic background provided a strong foundation in algorithms and systems, particularly in single-agent and multi-agent path planning, which he has applied throughout his career.
Achievements in Research
During his time at USC, Tansel Uras received a best research assistant award for his contributions to a winning entry in the grid-based path-planning competition. This achievement highlights his skills in path planning and his ability to solve complex problems in the field of robotics and artificial intelligence.