General Software Engineer

San Jose, CA on site Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 27, 2025 Last posted January 27, 2026
Job description
Established in 2017, WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) is a leading global commercial-stage company that develops autonomous driving technologies from Level 2 to Level 4. WeRide is the only tech company in the world that holds driverless permits in China, the UAE, Singapore and the US, conducting autonomous driving R&D, tests and operations in over 30 cities of 10 countries around the world. WeRide has operated a self-driving fleet for more than 2,200 days.

WeRide.ai is looking for world class coders to work on transforming mobility by solving some of the most challenging AI and robotics problems. You will work with world-class experts in the field of mobility solutions and advance the state of the art in areas such as computer vision, sensor fusion, machine learning, object tracking, and motion planning.

Requirements:

  • BS/MS/PhD degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience in data structures and advanced algorithms
  • Experience programming in C++

Plus:

  • Experience with field robotics and systems design
  • Experience with robust, safety-critical, efficient code.
  • Experience in hands-on robotics research and expertise in one or more of the following: computer vision, LIDAR, object tracking, sensor fusion, perception, machine learning, motion planning, and control
Salary Range: Your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected pay range is between $130,000 - $182,000 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package.

WeRide.ai offers competitive salary depending on the experience. Employee benefits include:
Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Plan (No cost from employees or their families)
Free Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Paid vacations and holidays
401K plan
About this role

Summary

Develop autonomous driving technologies focusing on AI, robotics, computer vision, and sensor systems.

Job title

General Software Engineer

Experience level

BS/MS/PhD or equivalent practical experience

Industry

software

Location requirements

San Jose, CA, on-site work required

Salary

$130,000 - $182,000

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

C++data structuresalgorithms

Preferred skills

field roboticssystems designsafety-critical coderobotics researchperceptionLIDARcontrol

Specializations

computer visionsensor fusionmachine learningobject trackingmotion planning
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Jose, CA, USA

On-site City