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Research Engineer - 3D Vision and Generation, Self-Driving

Applied Intuition· AI Research
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Sunnyvale$126k - $423kFull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Research Engineer role focusing on 3D vision, world foundation models, and generation for autonomous driving and robotics within Applied Intuition’s AI Research group.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on 3D vision related topics including 3D foundation model, multi-modal pretraining, Gaussian splatting, world foundation model with applications to autonomous driving
  • Work closely with Research Scientists and interns on high-quality research publications to submit to top-tier conferences
  • Collaborate with engineering teams on ADAS, data, and simulation to deploy end-to-end algorithms for mass production vehicles, and neural simulation/generation for tools supporting autonomy development

Qualifications

  • Masters or PhD in machine learning and computer vision with autonomy and robotics applications or closely related field
  • 1+ year of experience in autonomy and robotics applications or closely related field
  • Hands-on experience in at least one of the following fields: 3D reconstruction with Gaussian splatting; 3D / multi-modal foundation model and its pretraining; World foundation model and video generation; 3D/multi-view end-to-end models for autonomous driving or robotics
  • Strong engineering and research skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively on projects
  • Technical experience in: Python, Pytorch, computer vision, robotics systems, and distributed machine learning model training

Skills

Required:3D vision and perception3D reconstructionFoundation modelsPythonPyTorchComputer vision

Benefits

  • base salary, equity, and benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401k with employer match; learning and wellness stipends; paid time off
Last updated Sep 27, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Applied Intuition

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Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company with the tools, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks for creating safe, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

AIAutonomy stacksSelf-Driving SystemSimulationTesting & ValidationVehicle IntelligenceVehicle OSai-infrastructure-and-development
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