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HELLBENDER Inc.

Perception Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Perception Engineer Department: Engineering Report to: VP of Software Engineering Who We Are: Hellbender Inc. is a Pennsylvania Benefit Corporation who partners with innovators to mature their ...

HELLBENDER Inc.

Perception Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · Hybrid

Perception Engineer Department: Engineering Report to: VP of Software Engineering Who We Are: Hellbender Inc. is a Pennsylvania Benefit Corporation who partners with innovators to mature their ...

HELLBENDER Inc.

Perception Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · Hybrid

Perception Engineer Department: Engineering Report to: VP of Software Engineering Who We Are: Hellbender Inc. is a Pennsylvania Benefit Corporation who partners with innovators to mature their ...

True Anomaly

Perception Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

They are seeking a Perception Engineer to drive the architecture for image processing and object tracking for their spacecraft, and to design and implement perception algorithms. Responsibilities ...

Radical AI

Perception Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $225K/yr

The Role As a Perception Engineer in the Robotics and Automation group at Radical AI, you will design, deploy, and scale robust vision-guided automation in fast-moving lab environments. Your ...

Radical AI

Perception Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $225K/yr

The Role As a Perception Engineer in the Robotics and Automation group at Radical AI, you will design, deploy, and scale robust vision-guided automation in fast-moving lab environments. Your ...

Actalent

Software Perception Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

Software Perception Engineer The Software Perception Engineer designs, implements, and tests advanced perception algorithms for mobile off-road machines, with a focus on sensor fusion, object ...

True Anomaly

Perception Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

They are seeking a Perception Engineer to drive the architecture for image processing and object tracking for their spacecraft, while designing and implementing robust algorithms. Responsibilities ...

Radical AI

Perception Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $225K/yr

The Role As a Perception Engineer in the Robotics and Automation group at Radical AI, you will design, deploy, and scale robust vision-guided automation in fast-moving lab environments. Your ...

Teleo

Lead Perception Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$120K - $158K/yr

They are seeking a Lead Perception Engineer to build perception algorithms and architecture, ensuring safe operations for heavy machinery on construction and mining sites. Responsibilities : • Re ...

Teleo

Senior Perception Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$123K - $168K/yr

The Senior Perception Engineer will build perception algorithms and architecture to ensure safe operations for heavy machinery on construction and mining sites. Responsibilities : • Re-use, adapt ...

ISEE

Senior Perception Engineer

$107K - $146K/yr

ISEE is seeking an experienced full-time Senior Perception Engineer to join our team. Job duties: Provide daily technical and execution guidance on research and development tasks to perception team ...

Tutor

Robot Perception Engineer

Watertown, MA · On-site

As a Robot Perception Engineer, you will design and deploy perception systems, working on core problems in SLAM, segmentation, and tracking to enable production-ready autonomy. Responsibilities : • ...

Tutor Intelligence

Robot Perception Engineer

Watertown, MA · On-site

$125K - $180K/yr

Perception Engineer As a Perception Engineer at Tutor Intelligence, you'll design, build, and deploy perception systems across RGB, depth, LiDAR, and other sensing modalities. You'll work on core ...

Mach Industries

Perception Engineer

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$125K - $220K/yr

As a Perception Engineer, you will design, train, and deploy state-of-the-art vision and multi-sensor perception systems that enable navigation, targeting, and automatic target recognition on our ...

Autonomous Solutions

Perception Engineer IV

Mendon, UT · On-site

$128K - $169K/yr

JOB SUMMARY The Perception Engineer IV develops and advances perception systems that enable ASI's autonomous logistics vehicles to understand their surroundings, detect and track objects, identify ...

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As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for perception engineer in the United States is $55.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.14 and $74.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Perception Engineer?

As a Perception Engineer, your typical day involves designing, developing, and testing algorithms that help automated systems interpret sensor data from sources such as cameras, lidar, and radar. You’ll spend time collaborating with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and software developers, to integrate perception solutions into larger systems like autonomous vehicles or robotics platforms. Regular tasks include data collection and annotation, debugging, performance optimization, and participating in code reviews. This role often requires a balance of independent problem-solving and teamwork to ensure reliable and accurate perception capabilities in ever-changing environments.

What is a Perception Engineer job?

A Perception Engineer develops and optimizes computer vision and sensor-based systems to help machines interpret and understand their surroundings. This role involves working with data from cameras, LiDAR, radar, and other sensors to create models for object detection, tracking, and scene understanding. Perception Engineers commonly work in fields like robotics, autonomous vehicles, and augmented reality, utilizing machine learning and signal processing techniques. Their goal is to enhance a system’s ability to perceive and react to its environment accurately and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Perception Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Perception Engineer, you need a strong background in computer vision, sensor fusion, machine learning, and robotics, usually supported by a degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field. Experience with programming languages like Python or C++, deep learning frameworks (such as TensorFlow or PyTorch), and familiarity with tools like ROS and OpenCV are commonly required. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication are valuable soft skills that set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for developing and optimizing perception systems that enable machines to understand and interact with complex real-world environments.

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Infographic showing various Perception Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,463 per year, or $56 per hour.

Perception Engineer

HELLBENDER Inc.

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Company Name: Hellbender Inc.
Job Title: Perception Engineer
Department: Engineering
Report to: VP of Software Engineering
Who We Are:
Hellbender Inc. is a Pennsylvania Benefit Corporation who partners with innovators to mature their Artificial Intelligence enabled computing sensors and produce their solutions onshore at prototype to high volumes.
Hellbender is intentionally forming an inclusive work environment and is committed to uplifting the historically marginalized identities including veterans, women, trans and underrepresented races in our community and industry.
Job Summary:
As a Perception Engineer at Hellbender you will help lead the design and development of AI-enabled computer vision solutions for a wide variety of industrial and commercial applications. For this role you will need to possess a strong background in building advanced perception models, state estimation, object tracking, and sensor fusion for use in autonomous systems. United States veteran and diverse candidates are encouraged to apply at any experience level.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop and optimize computer vision and machine learning algorithms for object detection, classification, tracking, and scene understanding in varied and dynamic environments
  • Utilize data from a variety of sensors, including cameras, LiDAR, and radar, to create comprehensive perception systems
  • Implementation and evaluation of calibration procedures, particularly with stereo and sensor fusion scenarios
  • Conduct extensive testing and validation of perception systems; document and troubleshoot issues as they arise
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to calibrate sensors and integrate perception capabilities into broader autonomous systems
  • Collaborate with other software engineers to deploy perception models in both prototyping and production environments
  • Support the team during the proposal phase, by aiding the specification and selection of appropriate sensors and compute needs for each application.

Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes:
Must haves:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on computer vision or machine learning
  • Proficient in programming languages and tools commonly used in perception systems development (Python, C++, OpenCV, etc.) and experience with relevant AI and machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.)
  • 3+ years of professional experience building perception systems that incorporate camera, LiDAR, and radar data

Nice to have:
  • Experience designing and developing computer vision, machine learning, and sensor fusion for autonomous systems
  • Experience with procedural 3D modeling and photorealistic rendering
  • Experience deploying machine learning models on embedded platforms, such as NVIDIA Jetson or Hailo TPUs, is highly preferred

Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 5% Safe Harbor Contribution to 401k by Hellbender
  • Dental insurance, 100% by Hellbender for employees and their families
  • Health insurance, 100% by Hellbender for employees and their families
  • Vision insurance, 100% by Hellbender for employees and their families
  • 7.5 weeks total Paid time off
  • Flexible spending account
  • Hellbender Inc. options through our Equity Incentive Plan
  • Profit Sharing (through 401k)
  • Hybrid work environment & flexible work schedule

Work Location: UPARC Pittsburgh
Opportunity for advancement:
Hellbender is a growing business and follows a policy that prioritizes internal promotions. As new positions are created new opportunities for advancement will be created as well.

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