Staff Perception Software Engineer

Job DescriptionStaff Perception Software Engineer (Aerospace)San Francisco Bay Area, CA | Full-time | Up to $200,000Our client is hiring a Staff Perception Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team developing advanced aerospace perception systems for real-time environmental detection and response.This role focuses on building machine learning and computer vision capabilities for an autonomous aerial platform operating in complex, safety-critical environments.What You’ll DoDevelop real-time perception systems for aerospace applications using ML and first principlesHelp define and evolve perception and computer vision architectureOptimize models for low-latency performance on resource-constrained airborne systemsResearch and prototype solutions using multi-modal sensor data (visual, thermal, LiDAR, RADAR)Design and build scalable software, tools, and infrastructureWrite high-performance, well-tested code and contribute to design and code reviewsWhat You Bring6+ years of experience in computer vision / machine learning software developmentStrong proficiency in C++ (C++11 or later)Experience with sensor-driven perception systems, ideally in aerospace or roboticsStrong grounding in mathematics and probabilistic modelingAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environmentNice to HaveExperience with real-time sensor fusion for aerial or autonomous systemsBackground in geospatial, mapping, or aerial data processingExperience building and scaling ML models and infrastructureFamiliarity with Python, MATLAB, OpenCV, Unreal Engine, and LinuxM.S. or Ph.D. in a relevant field (or equivalent experience)Must be US Citizen or Green Card holderWhy Join?Work on cutting-edge aerospace and autonomous systemsSolve real-world, safety-critical challengesJoin a highly collaborative, mission-driven team