Matt Derry is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in perception and autonomy within the field of robotics. Currently serving as a Staff Software Engineer at Zoox since September 2024, Matt is tackling complex object tracking challenges on the perception team. Previously, Matt held the role of Autonomy Lead at Zipline, overseeing its perception-based drone autonomy stack, and worked at Toyota Research Institute as Manager of Object Perception, leading a team focused on advanced detection and sensor fusion for automated driving. Matt's foundational experience includes roles at Toyota Motor Corporation, Northwestern University, and various programming and web development positions, complemented by a robust academic background in computer science, culminating in a Ph.D. candidacy from Northwestern University.
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