Perception Engineer

Capgemini; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini is seeking a Perception Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of perception algorithms across LiDAR, radar, camera, and sensor fusion for autonomous platforms. You will architect real-time C++ pipelines in embedded environments and mentor junior engineers on the Perception team.

You will define integration standards, collaborate with planning/controls/systems teams, and deploy systems at customer sites, driving issue resolution and documenting архитект decisions for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 4–7 years of experience developing perception systems for autonomous vehicles or robotics platforms.
• Expert proficiency in C++ (C++11 or newer) with production-grade, multithreaded Linux apps.
• Two of the following: LiDAR point cloud, automotive radar, image processing for object recognition, sensor fusion with tracking.
• Experience with ROS/ROS2 and DDS/pub-sub architectures.
• Strong ML/AI techniques in embedded C++ environments.
• Proficiency in Python3 or MATLAB for prototyping/analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of linear algebra, probabilistic estimation, coordinate transformations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of perception algorithms for LiDAR, radar, camera, and sensor fusion.
• 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 perception systems.
• Drive root cause analysis and algorithm refinement to resolve complex perception failures.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, controls, and systems engineers to align outputs with autonomy architecture.
• Deploy and configure perception systems at customer sites and provide technical leadership during integration.
• Mentor Perception Engineers I and II, conduct code reviews and provide guidance.
• Document system architecture and design decisions to build team knowledge.

Skills

C++11+/Production Linux

Multithreaded Linux

ROS/ROS2

Sensor fusion

LiDAR/Radar processing

DDS/pub-sub

Python3/MATLAB

Linear algebra & probabilistic est.

Education

Bachelor's in CS/EE/Robotics

Master's preferred

Tools

DDS middleware

Job description

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.Location:Mendon, UtahAbout the job you’re considering:As a Perception Engineer, 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.Your Role: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.Your Skills and Experience: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.The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $82,082- $193,440Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. 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