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Director, Perception - Autonomous Vehicles

US, CA, Santa ClaraFull-time$320k2026-03-12 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead AI model evolution for autonomous vehicle perception, enabling vehicles to see, understand, and navigate complex environments via deep learning and 3D world models.

Role type

Director of Perception (Senior Leadership)

Builds

Real-time 3D world models and perception stacks for autonomous vehicles

Domain

Autonomous Vehicles / Computer Vision / Deep Learning

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Deep learning, Computer vision, Multi-sensor fusion, Network architecture design, Machine learning lifecycle management, Edge/embedded deployment, Python, C++, PyTorch/JAX/TensorFlow

Preferred skills

End-to-end autonomous driving architectures, Large Vision Models, Sim-to-real transfer, Hardware-software co-design, NVIDIA GPU optimization

Responsibilities

Manage and scale engineering teams, Guide strategic direction of network architectures, Oversee ML lifecycle from data to deployment, Partner with Planning/Mapping/Safety teams, Ensure adherence to automotive safety standards (ISO 26262)

Seniority

Director, Senior Leadership