WeRide.ai

New Grads 2027 - Software Engineer - Perception/Computer Vision

WeRide.ai$120K — $165K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field, expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2027.
  • Strong programming experience in C++ or Python.
  • Experience in machine learning, robotics, computer vision, data mining, or LiDAR.
  • Knowledge in data structures, 3D geometry, and advanced algorithms.
  • Solid foundation in core robotics principles, including state estimation and visual odometry.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and deploy cutting-edge perception and deep learning models for real-time integration.
  • Create and optimize data pipelines for data mining, labeling, training, and evaluation.
  • Conduct advanced research in complex perception algorithms for real-world scenarios.
  • Leverage multi-modal sensor fusion techniques for autonomous driving architectures.

Benefits

  • Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Plan at no cost to employees or families.
  • Free daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Paid vacations and holidays.
  • 401K plan.
Full Job Description
What you will do:

  • Team Introduction:

The AI team is responsible for developing CV/ML algorithms to understand the surroundings of ego vehicles in real time , including obstacle detection, online mapping, and scene understanding. The perception system takes inputs from multiple sensors across time, and outputs various obstacle-level and scene-level understandings for downstream modules such as prediction and planning, etc. In the AI team, you will:

  • Develop and deploy cutting-edge perception and deep learning models, including computer vision models, vision-language and large language models (VLMs and LLMs), for real-time integration into our system.
  • Create and optimize data pipelines for data mining, labeling, training, and evaluation, supporting comprehensive onboard development.
  • Conduct advanced research in perception algorithms to address complex, real-world scenarios, focusing on areas like object detection, segmentation, road understanding, and motion prediction.
  • Leverage multi-modal sensor fusion techniques to build robust architectures tailored for autonomous driving.


Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field, with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027.
  • Strong programming experience in C++ or Python.
  • Experienced in one or more of the following areas: machine learning, robotics, computer vision, data mining, LiDAR.
  • Knowledgeable in data structures, 3D geometry, and advanced algorithms.
  • Solid foundation in core robotics principles, including state estimation, 3D reconstruction, and visual odometry.
  • Excellent software and computing fundamentals.


Bonus Points:

  • Experience with Large Language Models (LLM) or Vision Language Models (VLM)


$120,000 - $165,000 a year

Your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected pay range is between $120,000 - $165,000 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package.

What Happens Next:

We'll take a few weeks to review all applications. If we'd like to move forward with you, we'll reach out to arrange the next steps, which may include an online assessment, a call with a recruiter, and 4-5 interviews with your future colleagues to better inform our decision.

During the interview process, we aim to learn more about your skills, experiences, and motivators. Many of our questions will focus on understanding how you might operate here at WeRide. Please note that, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we're unable to offer individual feedback during the interview process.

We recognize that interviewing for a new role is significant, and we appreciate you considering WeRide as the next step in your career. Our Recruiting Team is here to support you throughout the interview process. Come join us and apply today!

WeRide.ai offers competitive salary depending on the experience. Employee benefits include:

Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Plan (No cost from employees or their families)

Free Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Paid vacations and holidays

401K plan

About WeRide.ai

WeRide.ai is a Chinese autonomous vehicle technology company that develops self-driving cars and related software. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Shanghai, China. WeRide.ai has partnerships with several automakers and ride-hailing companies, including Nissan, Renault, and Lyft, and has conducted extensive testing of its autonomous vehicles on public roads in China and the United States. In 2019, WeRide.ai became the first Chinese company to receive a permit to test autonomous vehicles without a safety driver in California.
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Founded
2017

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