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Pony.ai · 4 days ago

Software Engineer - Perception Infrastructure

positionFremont, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$120K/yr - $200K/yr

Pony.ai is a global leader in autonomous mobility, recognized for its innovative technologies and services. The Software Engineer in Perception Infrastructure will develop the foundation for the Perception System used in self-driving vehicles, collaborating with top developers and researchers to enhance performance and quality.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesTransportation
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Responsibilities

Developing the foundation for the Perception System used on the self-driving vehicle
Work with the world-class Perception developers and researchers together to improve the overall performance and quality of Perception

Qualification

C++Data structuresAlgorithmsMulti-thread programmingCPU/GPU optimizationLarge-scale system designAlgorithm designMachine learningDeep learningComputer visionObject detectionRobotics systemTraining frameworks3D reconstructionSegmentationTrackingAutonomous driving

Required

Strong programming skills in C++, with a solid foundation in data structures and algorithms
BS/MS or Ph.D in Computer Science or a related field
Open to master new grads/fresh PhD

Preferred

Multi-thread programming
CPU or GPU performance optimization
Large-scale system design
Strong skills in algorithm design and implementation, familiarity with training frameworks such as PyTorch/Caffe/TensorFlow is a plus
Understanding of computer vision, machine learning, deep learning, or related knowledge, with practical or research experience in areas such as object detection, segmentation, tracking, or 3D reconstruction is a plus
Experience in the autonomous driving domain is preferred
Knowledge of robotics system (ROS, PCL) is preferred

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth 401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Free Food & Snacks

Company

Pony.ai

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Pony.ai develops autonomous driving technology for vehicles that operates using artificial intelligence and machine learning.
dateFounded in 2016
location
Fremont, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.pony.ai

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (17)
2024 (13)
2023 (32)
2022 (44)
2021 (47)
2020 (24)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.34B
Key Investors
NEOM Investment FundGAC Toyota MotorOntario Teachers' Pension Plan
2025-08-18Corporate Round· $12.9M
2024-11-27IPO
2023-10-24Series D· $100M

Leadership Team

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James Peng
Founder and CEO
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