LiDAR Algorithm Engineer

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Summary

Location

San Jose, United States

Salary

$132k-175k/year

Work

Full-time

Experience

2+ years

Key Benefits
Annual Performance Bonus
Equity Grants
401k Plan
Full Health Coverage
Paid Vacations
Free Daily Meals

About this Job

Established in 2017, WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) is a leading global commercial-stage company that develops autonomous driving technologies from Level 2 to Level 4. WeRide is the only tech company in the world that holds driverless permits in China, the UAE, Singapore and the US, conducting autonomous driving R&D, tests and operations in over 30 cities of 10 countries around the world. WeRide has operated a self-driving fleet for more than 2,200 days.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the development and optimization of LiDAR perception algorithms in autonomous driving scenarios, including but not limited to algorithm research & development of object detection, object classification, point cloud segmentation, point cloud completion, and object tracking.
  • Responsible for point cloud perception algorithm research and system implementation, as well as object detection, recognition, and tracking based on point clouds.

Qualifications:

  • At least 2 years of development experience; bachelor’s degree or above.
  • Proficient in C++; familiar with embedded Linux development environment and cross-compilation environment; have independent Linux development capabilities, including Linux application development/debugging and common exception analysis.
  • Familiar with algorithms like point cloud segmentation, registration, and feature extraction.
  • Familiar with object detection, recognition, and tracking algorithms based on point clouds.
  • Conscientious, responsible, and with good team spirit.

Preferred Skills:

  • Familiar with LiDAR characteristics and point cloud features; proficient in using common point cloud processing tools.
  • Familiar with autonomous driving perception systems, ADAS, robots, intelligent traffic monitoring, or PCL library; candidates with practical project experience are preferred.
  • Familiar with vehicle control.
  • Familiar with real-time system programming.

Salary Range: Your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected pay range is between $132,000 - $175,000 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package.

WeRide.aioffers competitive salary depending on the experience. Employee benefits include:

Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Plan (No cost from employees or their families)

Free Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Paid vacations and holidays

401K plan

About the Company

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WeRide.ai

Public Company
Transportation & Autonomous VehiclesRobotics Software & AI

Established in 2017, WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) is a leading global commercial-stage company that develops autonomous driving technologies from Level 2 to Level 4. WeRide is the only tech company in the world with products holding permits in seven countries: China, the US, the UAE, Singapore, France, Saudi Arabia, and Belgium, conducting testing or operations in over 30 cities across 11 countries. WeRide has operated an autonomous vehicle fleet for more than 2,200 days. On October 25, 2024, WeRide was officially listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol "WRD", and became the world's first publicly listed universal autonomous driving company and the first publicly listed Robotaxi company. WeRide aims to develop safe and reliable driverless solutions to make mobility and transportation safer, more affordable, and accessible. As the pioneer in autonomous driving technologies and applications, WeRide has developed a comprehensive portfolio, including Robotaxi, Robobus, Robovan, Robosweeper, and advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS), with application scenarios spanning smart mobility, smart logistics, and smart sanitation. With a rich experience in autonomous driving R&D, commercialization, and operation, WeRide has formed partnerships with renowned global OEMs and Tier1s including Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, Yutong Group, GAC Group, BOSCH, etc. WeRide has received numerous accolades, including being included in Fortune's 2025 Change the World and 2025 Future 50 lists.

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