Perception Engineer: LiDAR Object Detection

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

Job summary

Tensor in San Jose, CA seeks talented software engineers to join our perception team. You will research and develop LiDAR detection models for our perception system and help design training pipelines or deploy models on chips.

We value 3+ years as a deep learning engineer, strong Python/NumPy and C++/CUDA skills, experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow, and knowledge of DL training frameworks and data-driven system design. Equitable equity incentives and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as a deep learning engineer.
• Proficiency in Python, NumPy, and C++/CUDA.
• Experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Familiarity with training and evaluation procedures for DL models.
• Knowledge of developing an advanced training framework.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Understanding of data-driven systems.
• Master's or PhD in CS or related field (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

• Research and develop LiDAR detection model for perception system.
• Participate in the design and development of whole training pipeline or deploy model on chips.
• Improve system performance according to road test feedback.
• Cooperate with annotation team and deployment team to make model release pipeline smoothly

Skills

Python

NumPy

C++/CUDA

Deep learning frameworks

Data-driven systems

Training frameworks

DL system development

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in CS or related

Tools

Git

Job description

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.

We’re seeking talented and self‑motivated software engineers to join our perception team.

Locations

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

Responsibilities

• Research and develop LiDAR detection model for perception system
• Participate in the design and development of whole training pipeline or deploy model on chips
• Improve system performance according to road test feedback.
• Cooperate with annotation team and deployment team to make model release pipeline smoothly

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as a deep learning engineer
• Strong proficiency in python, numpy, OR C++/CUDA
• Experience with one or more deep learning frameworks (e.g., Pytorch, Tensorflow)
• Familiarity with deep learning model training and evaluation procedure
• Knowledge of develop a advanced training framework
• Experience with version control systems (preferably Git)
• Understanding of data driven system
• Master's or Doctor's degree in Computer Science or a related field preferred (equivalent work experience considered)
• Experience working in deep learning system development enviornment

Preferences

• Experience in autonomous vehicle perception team
• Familiard with LiDAR sensor
• Familiar with CUDA
• Contributions to open-source projects or personal side projects demonstrating deep learning expertise

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.