Perception Engineer

Leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, developing state-of-the-art solutions for maritime operations through autonomous platforms.
Machine Learning
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
11 - 50 Employees
AI · Robotics

Description For Perception Engineer

Saronic Technologies is at the forefront of maritime defense autonomy, developing cutting-edge autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) for the Department of Defense. As a Perception Engineer, you'll be instrumental in creating sophisticated perception systems that enable autonomous navigation in complex maritime environments. The role combines expertise in computer vision, machine learning, and sensor fusion to develop robust solutions for real-world applications.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology, implementing real-time processing pipelines and developing advanced algorithms for object detection and tracking. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with hardware engineers, control engineers, and navigation experts to integrate perception systems into autonomous vessels.

The ideal candidate should be proficient in Python, C++, and CUDA, with experience in deep learning frameworks and sensor fusion. Knowledge of maritime or autonomous vehicle projects is valued, as is experience with low latency inference and tracking pipelines. The company offers comprehensive benefits including full health insurance coverage, equity options, and a collaborative work environment in Austin, Texas.

This role is perfect for someone passionate about autonomous systems and maritime technology, offering the chance to directly impact the future of naval defense operations. You'll be working on challenging technical problems while contributing to meaningful defense applications, making this an exceptional opportunity for career growth in the autonomous systems field.

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Responsibilities For Perception Engineer

  • Develop and optimize computer vision and machine learning algorithms for object detection, classification, tracking, and scene understanding
  • Integrate data from various sensors (cameras, LiDAR, radar, GPS) for comprehensive perception system
  • Implement real-time data processing pipelines
  • Collaborate with data annotation teams for labeled datasets
  • Optimize perception algorithms for efficient computational resources use
  • Conduct testing and validation in simulated and real-world maritime environments
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of perception software
  • Work with multidisciplinary teams to integrate perception systems
  • Stay current with latest advancements in computer vision and machine learning

Requirements For Perception Engineer

Python
Rust
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and CUDA
  • Familiarity with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
  • Understanding of various filters and their applications
  • Basic proficiency in Rust
  • Experience with maritime or autonomous vehicle projects is a plus
  • Experience with signals processing or sensor fusion is a plus
  • Experience with low latency inference and tracking pipelines is a plus

Benefits For Perception Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive health insurance plans with 100% premium coverage for employees, 80% for dependents
  • Dental and Vision Insurance with 99% premium coverage for employees, 80% for dependents
  • Generous PTO and Holidays
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Competitive Salary with performance-based bonuses
  • 401(k) plan
  • Stock Options
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks

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