Research Engineer

AI company building next generation self-driving technology, founded by AI pioneer Raquel Urtasun.
$122,000 - $215,000
Machine Learning
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
3+ years of experience
AI · Automotive

Description For Research Engineer

Waabi, an innovative AI company founded by AI pioneer Raquel Urtasun, is revolutionizing self-driving technology. They're seeking a Research Engineer to join their world-class team in developing cutting-edge AI algorithms for autonomous vehicles. The role combines practical engineering with advanced research, requiring expertise in deep learning, computer vision, and self-driving technologies.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of research and production, developing solutions that directly impact the future of autonomous driving. You'll collaborate with renowned scientists and engineers, working with both real-world data and their high-fidelity simulator, Waabi World. The role involves prototyping solutions, deploying to production systems, and contributing to research publications.

The company offers a competitive salary range of $122,000 - $215,000 USD, plus equity and benefits. With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, and Dallas, Waabi provides a flexible hybrid work environment. They offer comprehensive benefits including health coverage, unlimited vacation, and regular team activities.

This is an ideal role for someone with a strong technical background who is passionate about translating research into practical applications. The position requires proficiency in Python and experience with machine learning, offering the opportunity to work on challenging problems in perception, motion forecasting, and traffic modeling. Waabi's commitment to diversity and inclusion, combined with their innovative approach to self-driving technology, makes this an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in autonomous vehicle technology.

Last updated 6 days ago

Responsibilities For Research Engineer

  • Prototype, evaluate, and iterate on solutions using real-world data and simulations
  • Formulate problems and propose pragmatic solutions based on research insights
  • Support deploying solutions to production systems
  • Champion engineering excellence with high-quality code
  • Collaborate in multidisciplinary team solving problems related to perception and motion forecasting
  • Stay up-to-date with latest AI and self-driving technologies
  • Work with large datasets and Waabi World simulator
  • Contribute to research publications and company blog

Requirements For Research Engineer

Python
Rust
  • Bachelor's in computer science, engineering, machine learning, or related technical discipline
  • Experience working on applied research projects
  • Passion for turning research ideas into practical solutions
  • Solid understanding of computing fundamentals
  • Proficient in Python programming
  • Comfortable working with large datasets for machine learning applications

Benefits For Research Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Competitive compensation and equity awards
  • Health, Dental and Vision coverage
  • Unlimited Vacation
  • Flexible hours and Work from Home support
  • Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals
  • Team building activities and social events

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