Perception Software Engineer, Autonomous Driving

Lucid Motors; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity program

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Perception Software Engineer to design, integrate, and deploy ML-based perception software within the ADAS stack for Lucid Air and Gravity platforms. You will collaborate with ML engineers, embedded teams, and systems groups to deliver production-ready solutions across vehicle platforms.

The role emphasizes deep learning deployment on embedded hardware, C++ development, MISRA/AUTOSAR compliance, and cross-disciplinary collaboration for safe, scalable perception systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience; senior level may require more.
• Strong foundation in embedded software development and software integration in OSs like QNX/Ubuntu.
• Experience with deep learning for perception tasks and production codebases.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and integrate BEV transformer models for perception tasks.
• Develop ML-based prediction solutions for production perception systems.
• Write and maintain unit and integration tests.
• Deploy and optimize ML models on embedded platforms.
• Write production-grade C++ code aligned with MISRA/AUTOSAR standards.
• Develop and maintain diagnostic pipelines for perception modules.
• Debug static analysis violations and performance bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with ML, perception, systems, and safety teams.

Skills

Software integration

Embedded software

QNX

Ubuntu

Deep learning

Object detection

Tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer/ Electrical Engineering or Robotics

Tools

Git

Bash scripting

CUDA / GPU inference

NVIDIA Drive Orin/Xavier

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 Overview

We are looking for a Perception Software Engineer to design, integrate, and deploy ML-based perception software within our ADAS stack. This engineer will collaborate with ML engineers, embedded software developers, and systems teams to deliver production-ready solutions across Lucid’s vehicle platforms.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and integrate bird’s-eye-view (BEV) transformer models for perception tasks.
• Research and develop state-of-the-art machine-learning-based prediction solutions for production perception systems.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive unit and integration tests.
• Deploy and optimize ML models on embedded platforms.
• Write production-grade C++ code aligned with MISRA/AUTOSAR standards.
• Develop and maintain diagnostic pipelines for perception modules.
• Debug and resolve static analysis violations and performance bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across ML, perception, systems, and safety.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in software integration, operating systems used in embedded environments, including QNX and Ubuntu, and embedded software development.
• Strong theoretical foundation and practical expertise in deep-learning algorithms for dynamic and static object detection, tracking, and segmentation.
• Experience contributing to large, complex production codebases in a collaborative development environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience. Candidates considered for a senior-level position should have additional relevant industry experience or a Ph.D. in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of deep learning deployment pipelines and GPU inference.
• Experience developing BEV transformer models for perception.
• Hands-on experience with embedded platforms such as NVIDIA Drive Orin/Xavier.
• Proficiency in Bash scripting for automation and debugging.
• Strong familiarity with Git and collaborative development workflows.

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.

Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$134,700 – $185,240 USD

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 also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the 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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