Autonomy Engineer - Perception Optimization (Robotics/AI)

TL;DR

Autonomy Engineer - Perception Optimization (CUDA/AI): Developing and optimizing high-performance perception systems for autonomous vehicles with an accent on GPU acceleration and ML model inference. Focus on reducing latency, optimizing CUDA kernels, and ensuring real-time robustness of 3D computer vision pipelines.

Location: Remote (Anywhere)

Salary: $175,000 - $215,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is transforming urban transit through autonomous shuttle technology and innovative Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM) systems.

What you will do

• Define software and system requirements for next-generation compute platforms.
• Integrate perception algorithms and ML models with vehicle hardware and software.
• Develop and optimize perception stack software using CUDA and GPU programming to maximize efficiency.
• Optimize ML models for runtime efficiency and scalability across GPU, TPU, and CPU architectures.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of algorithms in simulated and real-world environments.
• Collaborate with ML infrastructure teams to automate deployment pipelines and enhance reliability.

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years in Senior roles specializing in GPU programming and optimization using CUDA.
• Proficiency in C++, Python, and software development in Linux environments.
• Strong experience with 3D computer vision and point cloud processing.
• Expertise in optimizing ML models for resource-constrained real-time inference.

Nice to have

• Expertise in ML/DL model optimization for limited compute resources.
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System).
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics and control systems.
• Experience deploying ML models on embedded hardware (TPUs, FPGAs).
• Proven track record with deployed robotic systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.
• Rich retirement benefits with an immediately vested employer safe harbor match.
• Generous paid parental leave and a phased return-to-work program.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays.
• Total Wellness Program providing resources for overall wellbeing.