Staff Machine Learning Engineer – (ADAS/Autonomous Driving)

Lucid Motors-LA; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 181,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the integration and deployment of advanced perception models into its ADAS and autonomous driving stack. You will productize ML models, optimize for automotive hardware, and build scalable deployment/validation pipelines.

You will collaborate with ML researchers, perception engineers, and hardware teams to deliver high-performance, safety-compliant solutions for vehicle systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience in perception or autonomous systems.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python with ROS1/2, OpenCV, and GPU acceleration.
• Hands-on experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch) and inference optimization (TensorRT, CUDA).
• Expertise in containerization (Docker), CI/CD, and automated deployment pipelines.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Model Integration & Productization.
• Deploy and integrate perception models (camera, LiDAR) into Lucid's centralized software stack.
• Transition experimental components into production-ready modules with robust scheduling and diagnostics.
• Performance Optimization: inference pipelines with CUDA, TensorRT, mixed-precision.
• Implement multithreaded scheduling and containerized deployments for automotive platforms.
• Pipeline Development & Automation: CI/CD for nightly deployments, HIL verification, KPI reporting.
• Automate data recording, evaluation frameworks, and regression testing.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration with ML researchers, software engineers, and OEM partners to ensure seamless integration.
• Support SDK development and customer-facing deliverables.
• System Diagnostics & Monitoring: metrics, logging, and error reporting for perception stack reliability.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS1/2

OpenCV

GPU acceleration

PyTorch

TensorRT

CUDA

Docker

CI/CD

Leadership

Education

BS/MS in CS/EE or related field

Tools

Docker

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.

The Role

We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the integration and deployment of advanced perception models into Lucid's production ADAS and autonomous driving systems. This role focuses on productizing ML models, ensuring robust performance on automotive-grade hardware, and building scalable pipelines for deployment and validation. You will collaborate with ML researchers, perception engineers, and hardware teams to deliver high-performance, safety-compliant solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Model Integration & Productization
• Deploy and integrate perception models (camera, LiDAR) into Lucid's centralized software stack.
• Transition experimental components into production-ready modules with robust scheduling and diagnostics.
• Performance Optimization
• Optimize inference pipelines using CUDA, TensorRT, and mixed-precision techniques for real-time performance.
• Implement multithreaded scheduling and containerized deployments for automotive platforms.
• Pipeline Development & Automation
• Build CI/CD pipelines for nightly deployments, HIL verification, and KPI reporting.
• Automate data recording, evaluation frameworks, and regression testing.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with ML researchers, software engineers, and OEM partners to ensure seamless integration.
• Support SDK development and customer-facing deliverables.
• System Diagnostics & Monitoring
• Implement runtime performance metrics, logging, and error reporting for perception stack reliability.

Required Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in software engineering for perception or autonomous systems.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python, with experience in ROS1/2, OpenCV, and GPU acceleration.
• Hands-on experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch) and inference optimization (TensorRT, CUDA).
• Expertise in containerization (Docker), CI/CD, and automated deployment pipelines.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and collaborate across teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive perception systems and ADAS software stacks.
• Familiarity with automotive safety standards (ISO 26262, ASPICE).
• Knowledge of multithreaded scheduling and real-time performance tuning.
• Background in SDK development and automotive customer integration.

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)

$180,900 - $265,320 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; and a 401(k) retirement plan. 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.

Accessibility:

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