Advanced Autonomous Vehicle Software Lead

21 hours ago


San Francisco, California, United States Cruise Full time
Drive Innovation at Cruise

Cruise is revolutionizing the transportation industry with its cutting-edge self-driving technology. As a Staff Machine Learning Software Engineer, Perception, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of mobility. Our team is seeking an experienced leader to drive the technical direction and architecture of our Perception Evaluation team. If you have a passion for machine learning and autonomous vehicles, we encourage you to apply.

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Tech Lead to design and implement next-generation autonomous vehicle perception solutions. Your expertise in machine learning evaluation frameworks, pipelines, and infrastructure will enable rapid iteration and validation of perception models. You will also create and maintain technical standards, best practices, and design patterns across perception evaluation systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop innovative technical solutions for complex ML evaluation challenges in autonomous vehicle perception.
  • Partner with ML Research, Data, and Infrastructure teams to drive technical alignment and implementation.
  • Establish metrics, processes, and frameworks for systematic evaluation of ML models.

What You'll Need
  • BS, MS, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • 5+ years of software engineering experience with focus on large-scale systems.
  • 2+ years of technical leadership experience driving complex projects and architectural decisions.

Estimated Salary Range: $175,100 - $257,500

Why Cruise?

Cruise offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Our comprehensive compensation package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as 401(k) matching. We also offer flexible work arrangements, including remote work options and paid time off. Our team is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a workplace where everyone can thrive.

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