Senior Autonomous Perception Engineer (Sensor Fusion & Calibration) IRC295015

Description

Salary Verbiage:

GlobalLogic estimates the starting pay range for this role to be performed onsite in Detroit, MI is $110,000 – $120,000 and reflects base salary only. This pay range is provided as a good faith estimate and the amount offered may be higher or lower. GlobalLogic takes many factors into consideration in making an offer, including candidate qualifications, work experience, operational needs, travel and onsite requirements, internal peer equity, prevailing wage, responsibilities, and other market and business considerations.

 

We are seeking a highly skilled Perception Engineer to join our core engineering team. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of cutting-edge computer vision and deep learning algorithms that allow our autonomous systems to «see» and interpret the world. This role focuses on the fusion of Camera and LiDAR data to ensure robust performance across diverse and challenging environments.

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of experience in sensor calibration, multi-sensor fusion, or related domains.
Strong foundation in linear algebra, 3D geometry, coordinate frames, quaternions, probability, Bayesian filtering, and data association.
Hands-on experience with intrinsic and extrinsic calibration of LiDAR, cameras, and radar, including geometric calibration, coordinate transforms, and sensor synchronization.
Proven experience with perception algorithms for autonomous systems, particularly in the areas of LiDAR, camera, radar, GNSS, or other sensor modalities.
Deep understanding of LiDAR technology, point cloud data structures, and processing techniques; experience with PCL or Open3D.
Proficiency in sensor fusion for combining data from LiDAR, camera, radar, and GNSS, including handling time synchronization and motion distortion.
Solid background in computer vision techniques; experience with OpenCV and object detection models such as YOLO, Faster R-CNN, or SSD.
Experience with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow or PyTorch) for object detection and tracking tasks.
Hands-on experience with multi-object tracking algorithms such as SORT, DeepSORT, Kalman Filters, UKF, IMM, or JPDA.
Strong programming skills in C++ and Python; familiarity with geometric optimization libraries.
Familiarity with ROS2 for perception-based autonomous systems development.
Experience with parallel computing for real-time performance optimization (e.g., CUDA, OpenCL).

Job responsibilities

Design and implement advanced perception algorithms for autonomous vehicles using LiDAR, cameras, radar, and GNSS.
Develop and optimize sensor fusion techniques to combine data from multiple sensors, improving the accuracy and reliability of perception systems.
Create algorithms for object detection, tracking, semantic segmentation, and classification from 3D point clouds (LiDAR) and camera data.
Develop sensor calibration techniques (intrinsic and extrinsic) and coordinate transformations between sensors.
Develop robust perception algorithms that maintain performance in adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, fog, and low-light scenarios.
Participate in real-time systems design and optimization to meet the high-performance requirements of autonomous driving.
Work with ROS2 for integration and deployment of perception algorithms.
Develop, test, and deploy machine learning models for perception tasks such as object detection and tracking.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate perception algorithms into larger autonomous systems.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to innovate and improve perception systems.

 

What we offer

Culture of caring. At GlobalLogic, we prioritize a culture of caring. Across every region and department, at every level, we consistently put people first. From day one, you’ll experience an inclusive culture of acceptance and belonging, where you’ll have the chance to build meaningful connections with collaborative teammates, supportive managers, and compassionate leaders. 

Learning and development. We are committed to your continuous learning and development. You’ll learn and grow daily in an environment with many opportunities to try new things, sharpen your skills, and advance your career at GlobalLogic. With our Career Navigator tool as just one example, GlobalLogic offers a rich array of programs, training curricula, and hands-on opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Interesting & meaningful work. GlobalLogic is known for engineering impact for and with clients around the world. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that matter. Each is a unique opportunity to engage your curiosity and creative problem-solving skills as you help clients reimagine what’s possible and bring new solutions to market. In the process, you’ll have the privilege of working on some of the most cutting-edge and impactful solutions shaping the world today.

Balance and flexibility. We believe in the importance of balance and flexibility. With many functional career areas, roles, and work arrangements, you can explore ways of achieving the perfect balance between your work and life. Your life extends beyond the office, and we always do our best to help you integrate and balance the best of work and life, having fun along the way!

High-trust organization. We are a high-trust organization where integrity is key. By joining GlobalLogic, you’re placing your trust in a safe, reliable, and ethical global company. Integrity and trust are a cornerstone of our value proposition to our employees and clients. You will find truthfulness, candor, and integrity in everything we do.

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.