Hiring: Engineering Manager, Perception AI Company: True Anomaly Location: Long Beach, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 04:28:59 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Agile, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Embedded Systems, ONNX, TensorRT, Transformers About the job Experience: •Prior work with synthetic data generation: generative AI for photorealistic video synthesis, rendering pipelines (Blender, Unreal), domain randomization, sim-to-real transfer •Deep experience with multi-object tracking: data association algorithms (Hungarian, JPDA, MHT), Kalman filtering (EKF, UKF, IMM), track management logic •Background in sensor fusion: multi-modal perception AI (optical, thermal, LIDAR), time synchronization, covariance intersection, information-theoretic fusion •Background in classical computer vision: camera calibration, coordinate transformations, structure from motion, pose estimation •Background in signal processing: sensor phenomenology, radiometry, SNR analysis, adaptive filtering, multi-spectral processing Required Skills: •Provide technical direction on world model architectures for photorealistic synthetic video generation, perception AI systems combining classical computer vision with modern deep learning, and edge deployment strategies •Review and approve technical designs for generative AI systems, multi-target tracking algorithms, sensor fusion pipelines, and model compression strategies •Lead by example, setting the standard for technical work across design, implementation, and verification (approximately 50% of time) •Define perception AI standards, validation approaches bridging synthetic and real-world data, and hardware-in-the-loop testing protocols •Drive technical decisions on when to use physics-based simulation versus generative AI for synthetic data, when classical algorithms excel versus learned representations, and real-time performance trade-offs •Maintain technical credibility in generative AI for synthetic data, computer vision, state estimation, and resource-constrained deployment •Define and own the team roadmap in collaboration with perception AI leadership, balancing near-term delivery with long-term capability development across world models, multi-modal fusion, and continuous learning from operational and synthetic data •Translate organizational strategy into actionable team objectives aligned to defense and commercial customer missions Qualifications: •People Management: Demonstrated track record of building, growing, and developing high-performing engineering teams including hiring, performance management, and career development •Leadership: Proven ability to lead through influence, manage stakeholder expectations, drive execution in ambiguous environments, and deliver results through others •Technical Foundation: Strong foundation in perception AI with depth in synthetic data generation, multi-object tracking, sensor fusion, or edge AI deployment (sufficient for technical oversight and credibility) •Domain Knowledge: Experience with resource-constrained perception AI deployment, real-time vision systems, or aerospace applications operating under strict compute, power, and thermal budgets •Communication: Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence senior leadership, translate between technical and non-technical audiences, and represent the team effectively •Strategic Thinking: Translate organizational objectives into team strategy, prioritize competing demands, and balance technical excellence with delivery •Process & Execution: Track record defining processes, establishing team norms, and driving execution excellence in fast-paced environments •Collaboration: Strong cross-functional collaboration with ability to build relationships, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus across autonomy, flight software, hardware, and simulation teams •Clearance: U.S. Citizen and eligible for government security clearance •Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA. Compensation: •$205,000 - $315,000 / year •Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!