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Lead Perception Engineer

Woven by ToyotaPalo Alto, CA
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

This position requires a strong educational background in computer science, engineering, or a related field, ideally with a Bachelor's degree. Proficiency in machine learning algorithms, statistical analysis, and data-driven methodologies is essential. Experience in software development and a solid understanding of autonomous vehicle technologies are highly desirable. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, along with a passion for innovation in the field of mobility.

About the job

Woven by Toyota is at the forefront of Toyota’s transformative journey into a mobility company. With a legacy rooted in innovation for societal benefit, we aim to redefine mobility through human-centric advancements, expanding its meaning and societal impact.

Our initiatives are built upon four primary pillars: Autonomous Driving/Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (AD/ADAS), our Arene software development platform for software-defined vehicles, Woven City as a mobility testbed, and Cloud & AI, which underpins our collaborative digital infrastructure. Together, these elements drive our ambitious vision of a world free of accidents and enhanced well-being for everyone.

TEAM
The AD/ADAS division at Woven by Toyota is spearheading the development of fundamental algorithms necessary for the safe and reliable navigation of complex, unpredictable real-world scenarios. Our teams are pivotal in advancing next-generation autonomy and active safety systems through innovative algorithms, data-centric methodologies, and streamlined architectures. Within this division, the Behavior Department is tasked with rapidly advancing machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to establish superior and secure vehicular behaviors. Spanning various aspects of active safety and Levels 2-4 autonomy, our team is dedicated to delivering essential technologies in perception, planning, control, and human-machine interaction (HMI) to meet production goals with Toyota.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are in search of a Lead Perception Engineer who will partner closely with the head of World Understanding to shape the roadmap, architecture, metrics, and technical strategies for software components vital to vehicle perception. This role demands a systems thinker with profound expertise in machine learning techniques applicable to complex systems. The successful candidate will enhance the integration of data-driven and deep learning methodologies, emphasizing model design and validation, supervised and unsupervised learning, multi-task training, and temporal modeling. The focus will be on expediting cost-effective model iteration and validating data-driven strategies to unlock new safety and performance enhancements through advanced ML techniques.

Additionally, strong communication abilities are essential, as this role involves mentoring technical leads and collaborating with a diverse array of stakeholders, including Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC), to identify intricate technical challenges, devise solutions, and drive our mission towards autonomy.

About Woven by Toyota

Woven by Toyota is pioneering Toyota's evolution into a mobility-centric organization. Our commitment to innovation drives us to explore new possibilities in the realm of mobility, aiming to enhance lives and redefine how we think about transportation in society.

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