Perception Engineer – ML/CV and Algorithms

Posted 19 Days Ago
San Jose, CA
Entry level
Automotive • Information Technology • Logistics • Transportation
The Role
The Perception Engineer will develop advanced ML solutions for perception issues in autonomous vehicles, focusing on sensor fusion, obstacle detection, scene understanding, and system optimization.
Summary Generated by Built In

Established in 2017, WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) is a leading global commercial-stage company that develops autonomous driving technologies from Level 2 to Level 4. WeRide is the only tech company in the world that holds driverless permits in China, the UAE, Singapore and the US, conducting autonomous driving R&D, tests and operations in over 30 cities of 9 countries around the world. WeRide has operated a self-driving fleet for more than 1,800 days.


WeRide.ai Silicon Valley team is looking for Perception engineer to implement the next generation automotive vision and machine learning algorithms. 

What you will do:

  • Research and develop efficient, end-to-end ML solutions for Perception with sensor fusion, including but not limited:
  • Obstacle detection and understanding (e.g. obstacles’ 3D location, motion properties, and fine-grained attributes)
  • Understanding of the drivable space and 3D occupancy
  • Map sensing (e.g. lane boundary and topology)
  • Scene understanding (e.g traffic light, short/long-term intent of vehicles, construction zone, etc.)
  • Develop efficient and robust onboard system
  • Develop efficient offboard “loop” to allow fast iteration on long-tail scenarios

Requirements:

  • Have strong abilities in both algorithms and C++ coding; or have strong expertise in at least one of these fields: computer vision, machine learning, and model optimization
  • Solid skills in problem solving, algorithms, and data analysis
  • Good communication and coordination skills
  • Self-motivated and believe in the future of self-driving-cars

Plus:

  • Rich experience in C++ development, multithreading, memory management, computing optimization 
  • Rich experience in multi-sensor fusion and 3d/2d tracking
  • Publications on top-tier conferences and journals 

Salary Range: Your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected pay range is between $130,000 - $182,000 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package.


WeRide.ai offers competitive salary depending on the experience. Employee benefits include:

Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Plan (No cost from employees or their families)

Free Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Paid vacations and holidays

401K plan

Top Skills

C++
The Company
San Jose, CA
501 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

WeRide is a global leading company that develops Level 4 autonomous driving technologies, bringing smart cities with new products, new business model and new experience.

WeRide has received strategic investments from top-tier global automakers, including Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance and Yutong Group. WeRide is the first startup in the world that holds driverless test permits in both China and the US.

Through strategic alliances with car makers, mobility and logistics service platforms, WeRide offers an all-rounded product mix of Robotaxi, Mini Robobus and Robovan to provide multiple services including online ride-hailing, on-demand transport and urban logistics.

WeRide launched China’s first Robotaxi service, completely open to public, in November 2019, in Guangzhou, China, covering an area of 144 square kilometers. WeRide has also conducted commercial pilot operations and fully driverless testing for Mini Robobus and Robovan.

Established in 2017, WeRide is headquartered in Guangzhou, China, and maintains R&D and operation centers in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Nanjing, Wuhan, Zhengzhou and Anqing, as well as San Jose in the US. It employs a highly skilled team of over 800 employees around the globe and has extensive domestic and international experience in R&D, business development and operations.

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