Senior Perception Engineer - Autonomous Vehicles

Nvidia

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Santa Clara, US Posted 23 days ago $184,000$287,500 / year

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TL;DR

As a Senior Perception Engineer at NVIDIA, you will join our cutting-edge team focused on developing autonomous driving solutions using deep learning and multi-sensor fusion technologies. Your daily tasks will involve creating robust 3D obstacle perception systems that integrate data from cameras, ultrasonic sensors, and radar to enhance vehicle safety and performance in complex environments. You’ll leverage frameworks like PyTorch to develop innovative algorithms, optimize model accuracy through iterative testing with large datasets, and ensure production readiness by addressing latency and software robustness concerns. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with data collection teams to maximize the value of input data for continuous improvement. This role requires extensive experience in deep learning development, multi-sensor fusion, and embedded platform deployment, along with strong programming skills in Python or C++.

Skills

PyTorch Python C++ CUDA DeepLearning MultiSensorFusion 3DComputerVision CameraCalibration SensorFusion DataVerification LossFunctionEngineering MLOps EmbeddedSystems RealTimeApplications KPIBuilding LargeScaleBenchmarking DataCollectionPrioritization LabelingPrioritization

What you'll do

  • Develop deep learning models for multi-sensor fusion based obstacle perception in autonomous driving.
  • Improve accuracy and robustness of 3D obstacle perception solutions through iterative KPI optimization.
  • Productize perception solutions, ensuring safety, low latency, and software robustness in production.
  • Collaborate with data teams to prioritize and plan high-value data collection and labeling for accuracy improvements.
  • Debug and refine deep learning models using detailed analysis of loss functions and model architecture.

What we're looking for

  • Over 10 years of experience developing deep learning algorithms for complex real-world problems using frameworks like PyTorch.
  • Expertise in multi-sensor fusion (cameras, ultrasonic sensors, radar) for high-resolution world reconstruction and obstacle perception.
  • Proficiency in production-level deep learning model development, including data verification, architecture design, loss function engineering, and debugging.
  • Strong background in data-driven development, collaborating with data collection and labeling teams to enhance system accuracy.
  • Excellent programming skills in Python and/or C++, with hands-on experience deploying DNN solutions on embedded platforms for real-time applications.
  • BS/MS/PhD in CS, EE, sciences or related fields (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience developing perception solutions for autonomous driving using deep learning with multi-sensor input.

Market check

Salary context

This $184,000–$287,500 range sits above 65% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$170,750$259,375

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$167,500$248,375

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

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About Nvidia

Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

Nvidia currently has 801 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $184,000–$287,500 across 797 roles with salary data.

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