Staff Software Engineer, Perception

As a Staff Software Engineer, Perception at AeroVect, you'll be responsible for deploying 3D object detection models, which involves leveraging multi-modal approaches involving cameras, LiDAR, and radar. Additionally, you'll develop a robust data collection and evaluation pipeline to ensure the accuracy and reliability of these models. A key part of your role will also include creating proprietary datasets that are essential for training and evaluation of our advanced algorithms.

To qualify for the Staff Software Engineer, Perception position at AeroVect, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Deep Learning, or a similar field. You should also have a minimum of 4 years of focused experience in deploying 2D or 3D object detection models, along with proficiency in Python and the ability to lead projects independently.

AeroVect greatly prefers candidates with a PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related discipline for the Staff Software Engineer, Perception role. Additionally, having publications in esteemed conferences such as CVPR, ICRA, NeurIPS, IJCAI, or AAAI can significantly enhance your application, showcasing your expertise and contributions to the field.

Essential skills for the Staff Software Engineer, Perception at AeroVect include a strong command of Python programming, and comprehensive knowledge in deploying and training state-of-the-art object detection models. You should also have experience with data collection methods and evaluation metrics to ensure model effectiveness in practical applications.

Yes, the Staff Software Engineer, Perception position at AeroVect is fully remote, providing you with the flexibility to work from anywhere. This allows you to join our innovative team regardless of your location while contributing to the exciting advancements we're making in ground handling and autonomy in aviation.

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In your response, discuss the importance of dataset diversity, quality, and the methodologies you employ to ensure balanced representation. Mention any tools or frameworks you use and how you validate the effectiveness of these datasets in improving model accuracy.

When discussing evaluation strategies, mention key performance metrics like precision, recall, and F1 score. Describe how you use these metrics to fine-tune your models and the iterative process you follow when optimizing performance.

Share specific conferences, journals, or online platforms where you engage with the latest research. Discuss how staying informed about recent publications helps you implement novel approaches in your work as a Staff Software Engineer, Perception.

Emphasize collaborative skills and your ability to communicate effectively with professionals from diverse backgrounds. Provide examples of how teamwork and collaboration have led to successful project outcomes in your past roles.

Frame your answer by outlining the problem context, the steps you took to analyze it, the solutions you proposed, and the eventual outcomes. Focus on how your role as a Staff Software Engineer, Perception, contributed to resolving the issue.

Discuss your time management techniques and prioritization methods. Provide examples of past projects where you successfully managed competing deadlines while maintaining quality and attention to detail.

Provide insights into specific projects involving LiDAR and radar, detailing the processing techniques and algorithms you’ve employed. Highlight any challenges faced and how you overcame them, showcasing your technical expertise.

Talk about the importance of responsible AI development, including fairness, transparency, and accountability. Explain how you incorporate ethical considerations into your design and deployment processes as a Staff Software Engineer.

Share your insights on industry trends and innovations in autonomy and ground handling. Discuss how your role and expertise can influence these advancements and how you plan to contribute to them at AeroVect.