Senior Algorithm Engineer, Deep Learning & Vision

Bot Auto; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Bot Auto is accelerating autonomous driving research, seeking experts to advance deep learning, neural networks, and large foundation models for end-to-end perception, planning, and control.

You will collaborate across product and simulation teams, apply state-of-the-art ML techniques, and publish impactful research. PhD or Master’s in a related field is preferred, with strong motivation to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master’s) in computer science, robotics, or related fields.
• Deep knowledge of machine learning and computer vision with modern transformer architectures.
• Experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, and ML tools.

Responsibilities

• Explore and propose ideas in deep learning for autonomous driving: object detection, tracking, prediction, planning and control.
• Manage ML project life cycle from data analysis to performance verification.
• Collaborate across product, simulation, and other teams to extend ML tech.

Skills

Deep learning

Neural networks

Foundation models

Machine learning

Computer vision

Transformer models

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Independent work

Education

Ph.D or Master’s

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

At Bot Auto, we are revolutionizing the transportation of goods with our cutting-edge autonomous trucks, enhancing the quality of life for communities around the globe. With the agility of a start-up and the wisdom of seasoned experts, Bot Auto boasts a team that has achieved numerous world-firsts and unparalleled innovations. United by a shared vision, we create miracles and propel the future of transportation. Join us and transform your dreams into reality.

At Bot Auto, we are revolutionizing the transportation of goods with our cutting-edge autonomous trucks, enhancing the quality of life for communities around the globe. With the agility of a start-up and the wisdom of seasoned experts, Bot Auto boasts a team that has achieved numerous world-firsts and unparalleled innovations. United by a shared vision, we create miracles and propel the future of transportation. Join us and transform your dreams into reality.

Key Responsibilities

• Explore and propose new ideas using your knowledge and experience in deep learning, neural networks and large foundation models in autonomous driving including: end-to-end object detection, tracking and prediction, end-to-end planning and control, and end-to-end autonomous driving system, end-to-end online mapping. SLAM in localization and etc..
• Work on the entire life cycle of machine learning projects from data analysis, model experimentations to performance metrics verifications, and understand the entire workflow in great detail.
• Be exposed to many cross-team projects and collaborate with the product, simulation and other sibling autonomous driving algorithm teams to extend machine learning technology to all components.

Qualifications

Required:

• Have an advanced degree (Ph.D or Master's) in related fields of study: computer science, computer engineering, robotics, mathematics, physics, and etc.
• Have in-depth knowledge and extensive experience in machine learning, and/or computer vision, modern transformer architecture, and employ SOTA techniques of machine learning.
• Be familiar with PyTorch, TensorFlow and other machine learning platforms and tools.
• Have strong motivation to work independently in a fast paced environment while collaborating with other teams on more complex and larger projects.

Preferred

• Have a proven track record of research publications in top conferences and/or journals as the first author.
• Have knowledge and experience of generative models, model distillation, or model inference acceleration (e.g. TensorRT) techniques.