Perception Engineer – Defense Robotics

MyHR, LLC.

Perception Engineer – Defense Robotics

San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Build and train deep learning models (e.g., YOLO, RT-DETR) for object detection and classification

    • Fuse data from RGB, thermal, LiDAR/ToF, IMU, and encoder sensors for real-time perception

    • Implement advanced image processing (deconvolution, motion isolation, low-SNR detection)

    • Work closely with hardware teams to integrate and debug sensors over GigE Vision, USB3, SPI, and I²C

    • Develop embedded firmware (C/C++ or Rust) for microcontrollers and FPGAs in RTOS environments

    • Create scalable data pipelines for ingestion, labeling, and training

    • Optimize inference for deployment on edge platforms (GPU, FPGA)

    • Build internal tools for diagnostics, performance monitoring, and auto-retraining

    • Document your work and mentor other engineers on vision and embedded best practices

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • 3–6 years of experience in computer vision, robotics perception, or sensor fusion

    • Strong programming skills in C++ and Python

    • Hands-on with TensorFlow, PyTorch, and real-time inference tools like TensorRT or OpenVINO

    • Experience with Docker and CI/CD in ML workflows

    • Background in multi-sensor calibration and synchronization

    • Degree in CS, EE, Robotics, or similar (PhD a plus)

    • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

    • Obsessive builder mindset — you thrive solving hard technical challenges

    • Experience with edge-AI optimization (quantization, pruning)

    • Familiarity with embedded GPU platforms or FPGAs

    • Background in safety-critical or defense systems

    • Knowledge of secure coding and cybersecurity best practices