Senior Algorithm Engineer, Deep Learning & Vision

Socket.dev; San Francisco, Houston (CA, TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Bot Auto is seeking a highly skilled ML researcher to advance autonomous driving technologies. You will work on end-to-end ML projects, from data analysis to model evaluation, with emphasis on deep learning, neural networks and large foundation models.

The role is based in San Francisco and involves collaborative, cross-team work to push the boundaries of current technology. The candidate will contribute to designing, training, and validating ML models in a fast-paced startup environment,

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Ph.D or Master’s) in computer science, robotics, mathematics or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of machine learning and computer vision, modern transformer architectures, and SOTA techniques.
• Familiarity with PyTorch, TensorFlow and other ML platforms.
• Strong ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with cross-team projects.

Responsibilities

• Explore and propose new ideas using deep learning, neural networks and foundation models for autonomous driving including object detection, tracking, prediction, planning, and end-to-end control.
• Oversee the full life cycle of ML projects from data analysis and experiments to performance verification and metrics.
• Collaborate with product, simulation and other autonomous driving teams to extend ML technology across components.

Skills

Deep learning

Neural networks

Foundation models

Transformer architectures

Machine learning platforms

Independently in fast-paced env

Education

Ph.D or Master’s in related fields

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

Company Introduction

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.