Perception Engineer

Role name: Perception Engineer

Work Location: DFW, Texas (Onsite)

As a Perception Engineer III , you are responsible for leading the design and development of advanced perception algorithms and sensor integration solutions that drive the performance of clients autonomous vehicle platforms. You operate with a high degree of autonomy, own complex technical processes, and actively mentor junior engineers on the Perception team.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities :

· Lead the design, development, and deployment of perception algorithms for LiDAR, radar, camera, and sensor fusion applications across clients autonomous platforms.

· Architect real-time C++ processing pipelines for object detection, classification, tracking, and sensor fusion in embedded environments.

· Define sensor selection criteria, integration standards, and validation processes for new and existing perception systems.

· Drive resolution of complex or non-standard perception failures through root cause analysis and algorithm refinement.

· Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, controls, and systems engineers to align perception outputs with broader autonomy architecture.

· Deploy and configure perception systems at customer sites, providing technical leadership during integration.

· Mentor Perception Engineers I and II, conducting code reviews and providing technical guidance.

· Document system architecture, algorithm design decisions, and lessons learned to build team knowledge.

Essential Education, Work Experience, Job Skills :

· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

· 4–7 years of experience developing perception systems for autonomous vehicles or robotics platforms.

· Expert proficiency in C++ (C++11 or newer) with demonstrated experience building production-grade, multithreaded Linux applications.

· Proven experience with at least two of the following: LiDAR point cloud processing, automotive radar processing, image processing for object recognition, or sensor fusion and object tracking.

· Experience with Robot Operating System (ROS or ROS2) and DDS or publish-subscribe messaging architectures.

· Strong understanding of machine learning and AI techniques deployed in embedded C++ environments.

· Proficiency in Python3 or MATLAB for prototyping and analysis.

· Advanced knowledge of linear algebra, probabilistic estimation, and coordinate transformations.

Physical Requirements :

· Ability to remain in a stationary position at a computer workstation constantly throughout the workday.

· Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

· Ability to effectively complete job responsibilities on computer monitors.

· Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information in person, via phone, and through other electronic means.

· Able to traverse an office environment.

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 per week

Work Location: In person