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Lucid Motors · 1 day ago

Perception Software Engineer – ADAS

positionSouthfield, MI
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
date2+ years exp

Lucid Motors is a company dedicated to redefining the automotive experience through luxury electric vehicles. As a Perception Software Engineer, you will design and integrate high-performance perception software systems that enhance safe and intelligent driving experiences within a collaborative environment focused on autonomous driving technology.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation
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Responsibilities

Develop and implement high-quality automotive-grade software compliant with industry safety and quality standards
Integrate perception software components into the overall ADAS stack for robust, real-time performance
Collaborate with algorithm engineers to deploy perception algorithms into production vehicles
Conduct on-road ADAS software testing and create test plans to support algorithm development
Contribute to system requirements and define performance metrics for perception components
Support the ADAS software roadmap, strategic planning, and development timelines

Qualification

C++PythonSoftware integrationPerception algorithmsReal-time operating systemsAutomotive sensorsTestingVerificationAgile developmentHands-on testingCommunication

Required

2–5+ years of experience in C++ and Python software development
Strong foundation in software integration, real-time operating systems (QNX, Ubuntu), and embedded development
Experience with component and system-level software integration, testing, and verification
Familiarity with perception algorithms (object detection, tracking, segmentation)
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Advanced degrees preferred

Preferred

Experience writing efficient, clean, and maintainable C++ code
Familiarity with build tools (CMake, Make, Bazel)
Knowledge of automotive sensors (Camera, Radar, LiDAR)
Experience with CAN tools (CANoe, CANalyzer) and automotive communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet)
Basic knowledge of ROS, DDS, or other middleware systems
Experience in agile development environments
Hands-on experience testing complex perception systems in real-world conditions

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Vacation
401k
Equity program
Discretionary annual incentive program

Company

Lucid Motors

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Lucid Motors is an automotive company that specializes in electric cars.
dateFounded in 2007
location
Newark, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://lucidmotors.com

H1B Sponsorship

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2021 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$14.23B
Key Investors
UberAyar Third Investment CompanyThe Michigan Economic Development Corporation
2025-11-12Post Ipo Debt· $975M
2025-07-17Post Ipo Equity· $300M
2025-04-03Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B

Leadership Team

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Marc Winterhoff
Chief Executive Officer (interim)
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Peter Rawlinson
CTO and CEO
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