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Lucid Motors

Machine Learning Algorithm Engineer, Autonomous Driving

Lucid Motors, Newark, CA


Leading the future in luxury electric and mobilityAt Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.Leading the future in luxury electric and mobilityAt Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the humanexperience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that areintuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – whereevery decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer boundby convention, you are free to define your own experience.Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitivesalaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. Ifyou are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.We are currently seeking a perception machine learning algorithm engineer for our ADAS/Autonomous Drivingteam. This position requires an experienced professional with strong programming skills and solid knowledge ofstate-of-the-art perception algorithms.As a member of the Lucid Motors perception team, you will research, design, implement, optimize and deploymachine learning models which will push the state of the art in perception algorithms. Doing literature reviewsfor a particular computer vision problem, implementing models, modifying algorithms to improve theirperformance.This role is located on-site at Headquarters in Newark, CA.Role and ResponsibilitiesWork in a world-class ADAS/Autonomous Driving teamDesign the camera/lidar perception algorithm for Lv.2/3 autonomous driving systems. Building neuralnetworks. Construct and develop cutting edge deep learning algorithms for computer vision tasks,2D/3D object detection, segmentation, tracking and multi-task learningWork closely with other teams to ensure a seamless and robust implementationTest, release, and launch the perception algorithm into the Lucid production programsSupport the production validation and verification of the perception algorithms using prototypevehicles, pre-production vehiclesPropose cutting edge S/W algorithms for the future autonomous driving systemsRequired Qualifications: Strong theoretical foundations and knowledge with state-of-the-art works in deep learning algorithms on object detection, tracking, segmentation etc.Strong experience with Python programming language with an emphasis on good software engineering practices.Comfortable with reading, debugging and modifying large codebases for a particular deep learning modelExperience with Pytorch or other ML frameworks like TensorFlow, MXNetDesign and construct evaluation pipelines to unit-test your ML model through a multitude of varying conditions and environmentsExcellent communication skills and good team playerBachelor’s degree in the areas of Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related fieldsAt least 5 years of work experience or a Ph.D. in a related field for a senior positionAdvanced degrees preferredPreferred Qualifications:Experience writing efficient, clean code in C++A practical hands-on approach to complement the theoretical knowledge and creativity required to solve Autonomous DrivingExperience testing complex perception systemsExperience in working in agile development teamsExperience in component and system integration, testing and verification on system and vehicle levelSalary 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.Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)Base Pay Range (Annual)$156,000—$195,000 USDBy Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. If you are a California resident, please refer to our California Candidate Privacy Notice.To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.