Perception Machine Learning Engineer – ADAS

Lucid Motors; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity program

Annual incentive plan

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Southfield, MI, seeks an experienced AI/ML engineer to advance perception algorithms for autonomous driving. You will develop deep learning models, test in real-world settings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy robust software in production vehicles.

The role emphasizes Python, PyTorch, C++, and BEV transformer models within an automotive context, requiring at least 3 years of relevant experience or a PhD.

Qualifications

• Strong foundations in deep learning for object detection, tracking, and segmentation.
• Proficient in Python with clean, scalable software development.
• Experience with large codebases and debugging ML models.
• Experience with PyTorch or other ML frameworks (TensorFlow, MXNet).
• Ability to design and construct evaluation pipelines to unit-test ML models under diverse conditions.
• Excellent communication skills and strong teamwork.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical/Automotive Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or a PhD in a related field for a senior position.
• Advanced degrees are preferred.
• Experience in Automotive/Autonomous Driving background.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize perception algorithms for autonomous driving systems using camera and LiDAR data.
• Design and implement cutting-edge deep learning models for 2D/3D object detection, segmentation, and tracking.
• Research BEV-based transformer models for perception tasks and integrate into production pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and robust implementation.
• Test, release, and deploy perception algorithms into Lucid production programs.
• Support validation and verification of perception algorithms using prototype and pre-production vehicles.
• Propose innovative software algorithms to enhance future autonomous driving capabilities.

Skills

Deep learning

Python

PyTorch

TensorFlow

C++

BEV transformer models

Autonomous driving experience

Good communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field

PhD in a related field (senior position)

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

MXNet

Job description

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid's proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our "Compromise Nothing™" approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what's possible and shape the future of mobility.

Role and Responsibilities

• Develop and optimizeperceptionalgorithms for autonomous driving systems using camera and LiDAR data.
• Design and implementcutting-edgedeep learning algorithms for 2D/3D object detection, segmentation, tracking, and multi-task learning.
• Research and integrate BEV-based transformer models forperceptiontasks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and robust implementation.
• Test, release, and deployperceptionalgorithms into Lucid production programs.
• Support validation and verification ofperceptionalgorithms using prototype and pre-production vehicles.
• Propose innovative software algorithms to enhance future autonomous driving capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Strong theoretical foundations andexpertisein deep learning algorithms, including object detection, tracking, and segmentation.
• Proficient in Python with a focus on clean, efficient, and scalable software development.
• Comfortable working with large codebases and debugging complex machine learning models.
• Experience withPyTorchor other ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow,MXNet).
• Ability to design and construct evaluation pipelines to unit-test ML models under diverse conditions and environments.
• Excellent communication skills anda strong teamplayer.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, ora related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or a Ph.D. in a related field for a senior position.
• Advanced degrees are preferred.
• Experience in Automotive/Autonomous Driving background

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing BEV transformer models forperception.
• Proficiencyin C++ with experience writing efficient, maintainable code.
• Practical, hands‑on approach to solving complex problems in autonomous driving.
• Experience in testing andvalidatingperceptionsystems in real-world conditions.
• Experience working in agile development teams.
• Expertiseincomponentand system integration, testing, and verification at the system and vehicle levels.

At Lucid, we don't just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Compensation & Benefits

Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a401(k) retirementplan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.Eligible employees may alsoparticipatein Lucid's equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, aredeterminedbased on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results,in accordance withthe terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity

At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

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