Junior Perception Engineer

Tensor; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Comprehensive company benefits

Job summary

A leading AI company in San Jose is seeking a Junior Perception Engineer to develop computer vision algorithms for autonomous vehicles. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in a relevant field and at least 2 years of experience in computer vision and machine learning. Proficiency in C++ and/or Python is required. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $75k to $300k USD. Join us and make a lasting impact in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in computer vision and machine learning projects.
• Experience with deployment of algorithms and models on autonomous vehicles.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and/or Python required.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and develop computer vision algorithms and ML models.
• Deploy algorithms on autonomous vehicles.
• Evaluate challenges for safe and comfortable experiences.

Skills

C++ programming

Python programming

Computer vision

Machine learning

Education

B.Sc. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or related field

Tools

CUDA C

PyTorch

ONNX

TensorRT

Job description

Junior Perception Engineer

Autonomous Driving System

Full-Time

San Jose, California, US

Dubai, UAE

Barcelona, Spain

About Tensor

Tensor is an agentic AI company dedicated to building agentic products that empower individual consumers. Our flagship product, the Tensor Robocar, is the world’s first personal Robocar and the first AI agentic vehicle — fully autonomous, automotive-grade, and built for private ownership at scale. Founded in 2016 in Silicon Valley, Tensor is headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices in Barcelona, Singapore, and Dubai. At Tensor, we champion personal AI autonomy and ownership. Our vision is to build a future where everyone owns their own Artificial General Intelligence — a personal AGI that enables more time, freedom, and autonomy. We’re forging an alternative path where AGI serves only you, and is controlled solely by you. We provide a competitive compensation package, opportunities for professional growth, participation in a discretionary equity incentive plan, and access to a comprehensive company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements. Join us to shape the future! Work with brilliant minds on technology transforming automotive industry and make a lasting impact.

Tensor is a global leader in self-driving car technology, driven by our mission to "Democratize Autonomy" and accelerate the advent of fully driverless cars. Our cutting-edge self-driving cars are designed to tackle the most complex and dynamic traffic environments, from bustling city streets to ever-changing urban landscapes. In 2020, we became the second company to secure a fully driverless passenger vehicle permit in California — a key milestone in autonomy. With a world-class team of engineers and R&D centers across the U.S. and beyond, Tensor continues to innovate. Join us to shape the future! Work with brilliant minds on technology transforming transportation and make a lasting impact.

Locations

• San Jose, California, US (Salary Range: $75k—$300k USD)
• Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
• Dubai, UAE

Responsibilities

• Investigate and develop computer vision algorithms and ML models for the perception system.
• Work on deployment of these algorithms and models on autonomous vehicles.
• Evaluate and understand the challenges that need to be tackled to have a safe and comfortable experience in our vehicles.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience with hands‑on experience in computer vision and machine learning projects
• Strong C++ and/or Python programming skills required.
• ML Framework Options: CUDA C/ PyTorch/ONNX/TensorRT

Preferences

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in computer vision, machine learning, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in deep learning.
• Industry research or production experience.
• Publications at top‑tier conferences, e.g. CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, ICLR, ICML, ICRA, RSS, NeurIPS, AAAI, IJCV, and PAMI.

We appreciate your interest in joining Tensor. Tensor is an equal employment opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace for all. We do not discriminate against, and strictly prohibit harassment of, any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Tensor also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. Tensor is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.