Develop and train models for sensor-level scenario generation using deep learning and multi-sensor fusion for autonomous vehicle perception at Zoox.
The Perception team at Zoox is at the forefront of leveraging GenAI to create synthetic data, unlocking scalable training and evaluation for our autonomous system's perception and entire stack. As a Generative AI Engineer, you will develop and train cutting-edge models for sensor-level scenario generation, utilizing world models and radiance fields techniques with large-scale proprietary data. This role directly impacts the productivity, safety, and capabilities of Zoox's autonomous system by validating algorithms in real-world conditions.
In this role, you will:
- Design, develop, train and evaluate multi-sensor fusion based deep learning models to understand obstacles and environmental context
- Understand and curate real and synthetic datasets to improve our models
- Perform latency optimization and deploy models to our robot fleet
- Build a deep understanding of Perception gaps and behavioral issues around difficult obstacle types in order to help plan and prioritize our work
- Collaborate with Prediction/Planner team to deploy fully autonomous vehicles in environments with difficult and rare obstacles, extreme weather conditions, and complex driving scenario
Qualifications
- MS or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related technical field with 5+ years of industry experience
- Proficiency in Python and some knowledge in C++
- Deep Learning expertise
- Experience developing multi-sensor fusion algorithms for object detection, panoptic segmentation or object tracking
- Familiar with Transformer architecture
Bonus Qualifications
- Publications in top-tier conferences (CVPR, ICCV, RSS, ICRA)
- Experience with autonomous robotics systems
- Experience implementing 3D Gaussian Splatting
About Zoox
Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.
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Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
Top Skills
C++
Deep Learning
Multi-Sensor Fusion
Python
Transformer Architecture
Zoox Seattle, Washington, USA Office
1111 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, 98101
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