Deep Learning Research Intern — Multimodal BEV Perception

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

Benefits offered by this job

Catered free lunch

Unlimited snacks and beverages

401(k) plan

Job summary

PlusAI is seeking a Deep Learning Research Intern to join the Perception team, working on BEV fusion models using camera, LiDAR, and radar for autonomous trucks. You will support the design and evaluation of scalable perception algorithms in real-world, production-relevant problems.

You will collaborate with research scientists to translate findings into production-ready components, document experiments, and contribute to a fast-growing AI initiative in a global company.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's student in AI/CS/EE/Robotics or related field.
• Strong Python programming and deep learning pipeline experience.
• 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 models.
• Understanding of multimodal sensor fusion concepts.

Responsibilities

• Research, prototype, and evaluate BEV-based perception models that fuse camera, LiDAR, and radar inputs.
• Design and run experiments benchmarking model performance on autonomous driving datasets with quantitative metrics.
• Investigate multimodal fusion architectures 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.

Skills

Python

PyTorch

TensorFlow

JAX

Computer vision

3D geometry

LiDAR perception

Multimodal fusion

Education

PhD/MS in AI/CS/EE/Robotics

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

JAX

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.