Hiring: Perception Engineer Company: Vatn Systems Location: Bristol, RI Job Posted Time: 2026-09-13 12:02:08 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : C++, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Embedded Systems, PyTorch, Python, Rust, Security Clearance, TensorRT About the job Experience: •5 years of experience in robotics perception, computer vision, or autonomous systems. Required Skills: •Implement and maintain real-time perception pipelines on autonomous vehicle platforms. •Develop algorithms for obstacle detection, classification, and multi-object tracking. •Write and maintain ROS 2 nodes and packages for on-vehicle perception software. •Utilize Python and C++ to develop and implement algorithms for obstacle detection, classification, and multi-object tracking. •Participate in on-site vehicle testing and debugging of real-world perception failures. •Partner cross-functionally with localization, prediction, and planning teams to ensure clean perception interfaces. •Strong Python skills for prototyping, scripting, and ML workflows. •Solid ROS / ROS 2 experience, experience with commercial grade robotic systems. Qualifications: •Exposure to Rust for systems programming or robotics tooling. •Operational familiarity with AV-specific perception challenges: moving object tracking, occlusion handling, sensor degradation in adverse weather, GPS-denied localization. •Knowledge of TensorRT or other inference optimization tools for real-time deployment. •Understanding of AV safety standards or safety-critical software development practices. •Prior experience at a startup and/or defense company. 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!