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Software Engineer, Perception (All levels)

Overland AI

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 300,000

Full time

21 days ago

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Job summary

Overland AI seeks a Software Engineer in Perception to enhance off-road autonomy capabilities. Candidates should have a strong background in computer science and deep learning, with hands-on experience in algorithms related to perception. The role offers an attractive salary range and comprehensive benefits within a leading company transforming defense operations.

Benefits

Equity compensation
Best-in-class healthcare, dental and vision plans
Unlimited PTO
401k with company match
Parental leave

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience implementing perception algorithms.
  • Experience with lidar and cameras preferred.
  • Ability to obtain a DOD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deploy perception/deep learning algorithms.
  • Identify and implement meaningful metrics affecting vehicle behavior.
  • Collaborate closely with experts across disciplines.

Skills

Programming (C++, Python)
Deep Learning
ROS 2

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or similar

Job description

Software Engineer, Perception (All levels)
Software Engineer, Perception (All levels)

About Overland AI

Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Overland AI is transforming land operations for modern defense. The company leverages over a decade of advanced research in robotics and machine learning, as well as a field-test forward ethos, to deliver combined capabilities for unit commanders. Our OverDrive autonomy stack enables ground vehicles to navigate and operate off-road in any terrain without GPS or direct operator control. Our intuitive OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precise coordination capabilities essential for mission success.

About Overland AI

Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Overland AI is transforming land operations for modern defense. The company leverages over a decade of advanced research in robotics and machine learning, as well as a field-test forward ethos, to deliver combined capabilities for unit commanders. Our OverDrive autonomy stack enables ground vehicles to navigate and operate off-road in any terrain without GPS or direct operator control. Our intuitive OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precise coordination capabilities essential for mission success.

Overland AI has secured $42M in funding, including a Series A led by 8VC, and built trusted partnerships with DARPA, the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. Backed by eight-figure contracts across the Department of Defense, we are strengthening national security by iterating closely with end users engaged in tactical operations.



We are looking for perception experts to join our team to advance the state of off-road autonomy.

Experienced, well-qualified remote candidates able to work during Pacific Time Zone business hours will be considered.

In this role, you will:

  • Design, prototype, and deploy perception/deep learning algorithms (e.g., object detection and tracking, surface reconstruction, visual odometry) that run real-time on our autonomous vehicles.
  • Identify, implement, and respond to meaningful metrics that affect vehicle behavior.
  • Support experimentation and integration of the perception stack with new sensors and configurations (C++).
  • Collaborate closely with experts across disciplines to work across the entire stack to improve the reliability and performance of the system.

Qualifications

  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or similar and 2+ years of experience (industry or academia) implementing perception algorithms
    • Preferred: top-tier publications in CV and Robotics conferences and/or past experience working with lidars and cameras
  • Expert in ROS 2 or other similar robotics middleware.
  • Strong programming (C++ or Python) skills and experience in a deep learning framework such as Pytorch, JAX, Tensorflow, etc.
  • You excel in a small-team atmosphere, taking ownership of problems and working with your colleagues to solve problems across disciplines.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Security Clearance.
Benefits

Overland AI believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day.



  • The salary range for this position is $120K to $300K annually
  • Equity compensation
  • Best-in-class healthcare, dental and vision plans.
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 401k with company match
  • Parental leave

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
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