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pony.ai

Staff/Senior Staff Software Engineer - Perception

$245K–$350K

Fremont, California · Senior Staff · Full-time · Posted Oct 26, 2026

Experience
5+ years deploying computer vision or deep learning technologies to real-world applications.
Education
Master’s or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields.

About the job

Develop and lead the next-generation perception system for autonomous driving, applying AI to help vehicles understand and navigate their environments.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement perception systems and collaborate with the planner team on an end-to-end AI-based autonomous driving system.
  • Advance AI techniques and the technical vision for real-world robotics and autonomous driving challenges.
  • Manage and develop a team of deep learning and software engineers, while fostering cross-functional collaboration.

What they ask for

  • Master’s or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience deploying state-of-the-art computer vision or deep learning technologies in real-world applications.
  • Proficiency in C++ or Python.
  • Execution skills in a fast-paced environment, technical leadership abilities, and interest in applying AI to real-world applications.

Nice to have

  • Track record in designing organizational structures and growing people; experience in the autonomous driving industry.
  • Understanding of real-time systems and optimization, and experience deploying products or platforms in the real world.

Pay

$245,000 - $350,000 USD annually (base salary)

Tools

C++, Python

AI focus

Develop perception systems and apply AI techniques to autonomous driving and real-world robotics.

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First seen Oct 29, 2026 · Last verified Nov 5, 2026 (UTC)