Chris Mansley

Chris Mansley is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in autonomous systems and robotics. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer at Waymo since November 2018, Chris is focused on enhancing the perception system for self-driving trucks. Prior to this role, Chris worked at X (the moonshot factory) on the Everyday Robot project, contributing to perception and mapping systems. Chris's experience also includes an Engineering Manager position at Apple, where responsibilities included managing sensitive projects. Significant contributions were made at Bosch North America, where Chris held various roles, including Group Manager and Senior Research Engineer, driving the development of environmental modeling systems for autonomous vehicles. Academic credentials include a PhD from Rutgers University, along with an MS and BS from Lehigh University, emphasizing a strong foundation in computer science and engineering.