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Perception Software Engineer, Autonomous Driving

Newark, CA💼 Full-time💰 $134,700–$134,700🗓 2026-09-25 → 2026-09-29

Core

Design, integrate, and deploy ML-based perception software (BEV transformer models, object detection, tracking, segmentation) within the ADAS stack for Lucid's autonomous driving vehicles.

Role type

Senior IC perception software engineer (autonomous driving)

Builds

Production-ready perception solutions for Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity vehicles

Domain

Automotive / Autonomous Driving / Deep Learning

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

C++ (MISRA/AUTOSAR), Embedded software development, Deep learning algorithms, BEV transformer models, Object detection, Object tracking, Segmentation, Unit and integration testing, Embedded platforms (QNX, Ubuntu)

Preferred skills

GPU inference, NVIDIA Drive Orin/Xavier, Bash scripting, Git workflows

Responsibilities

Research and develop BEV transformer models for perception tasks; Develop and maintain diagnostic pipelines for perception modules; Deploy and optimize ML models on embedded platforms; Debug and resolve static analysis violations and performance bottlenecks; Write production-grade C++ code aligned with MISRA/AUTOSAR standards; Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across ML, perception, systems, and safety.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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