Deep Learning Research Intern — Multimodal BEV Perception

PlusAI; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered lunch

Unlimited snacks and beverages

401(k) plan

Job summary

PlusAI is seeking a Deep Learning Research Intern to join its Perception team. You will work on Bird's Eye View (BEV) fusion models using camera, LiDAR, and radar to enable 3D scene understanding for autonomous trucks.

The role involves building scalable perception algorithms and evaluating them on large-scale datasets. The ideal candidate is a PhD or Master's student in AI/CS/EE/Robotics with strong Python and DL framework experience (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX) and a solid CV/3D geometry

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's in AI/CS/EE/Robotics required.
• Strong Python and DL pipeline skills.
• Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX.
• Strong CV and 3D geometry foundation.
• BEV or LiDAR 3D perception coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research BEV perception models fusing camera, LiDAR and radar.
• Design experiments benchmarking on large autonomous driving datasets.
• Explore multimodal fusion architectures for accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with researchers to translate findings into production components.
• Document experiments and insights for the team.
• Follow QMS guidelines where applicable.

Skills

PhD/MS in AI

Python

DL frameworks

CV & 3D geometry

LiDAR BEV

Multimodal fusion

Education

PhD or Master's in AI/CS/EE/Robotics

Job description

PlusAI is a Physical AI company pioneering AI-based virtual driver software for factory-built autonomous trucks. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with operations in the United States and Europe, Plus was named by Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Partners including TRATON GROUP’s Scania, MAN, and International brands, Hyundai Motor Company, Iveco Group, Bosch, and DSV are working with Plus to accelerate the deployment of next-generation autonomous trucks. If you’re ready to make a huge impact and drive the future of autonomy, Plus is looking for talented individuals to join its fast-growing teams.

We are seeking a highly motivated Deep Learning Research Intern to join our Perception team, working on Bird's Eye View (BEV) fusion models using multimodal sensor inputs, including camera, LiDAR, and radar. You will support the design and evaluation of scalable perception algorithms that enable 3D scene understanding for autonomous driving, working closely with research engineers on real-world, production-relevant problems.

Responsibilities:

• Research, prototype, and evaluate BEV-based perception models that fuse camera, LiDAR, and radar inputs.

• Design and run experiments benchmarking model performance on large-scale autonomous driving datasets using well-defined quantitative metrics.

• Investigate novel multimodal fusion architectures and techniques to improve accuracy, robustness, and efficiency.

• Collaborate closely with research scientists and perception engineers to translate findings into production-ready components.

• Document experiments, results, and insights clearly for the broader research team.

• Perform work in accordance with the company's Quality Management System (QMS) requirements where applicable.

Required skills

• Currently pursuing a Ph.D. or Master's degree in AI, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.

• Strong programming skills in Python and experience building deep learning pipelines.

• Hands-on experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX.

• Solid foundation in computer vision, deep learning, and 3D geometry.

• Coursework or project experience with LiDAR-based 3D perception or BEV representation models.

• Understanding of multimodal sensor fusion concepts

Preferred Skills:

• Prior research or project experience in autonomous vehicle perception, robotics, or related fields.

• Familiarity with camera, LiDAR, and radar modalities, including synchronization, calibration, and integration in perception pipelines.

• Experience with distributed training, high-performance computing, or GPU acceleration.

• Publications or open-source contributions in perception, 3D vision, or multimodal learning.

$19 - $65 a year

Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.

Your opportunities joining PlusAI

Work, learn and grow in a highly future-oriented, innovative and dynamic field.

Wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development.

Catered free lunch, unlimited snacks and beverages.

Highly competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k) plan.