Summer 2025, Fall 2025
Intern
Software Engineering
Posted on 2/26/2025
WeRide
201-500 employees
Develops Level 4 autonomous driving solutions
Compensation Overview
$40 - $60/hr
San Jose, CA, USA
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Interns must be available to work in the office five days a week.
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- Pursuing a BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Robotics or a related technical field, with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and June 2026.
- Proficient in C++ and/or Python, Java, Go with knowledge of its latest features.
- Have good programming practices, adhere to coding standards, and follow test-driven development.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, and cross-functional team collaboration abilities.
- Passion for innovation in the autonomous vehicle industry.
- Build real-time, in-vehicle systems that ensure the AV operates safely and efficiently in its environment.
- Design and develop new features to continuously optimize computational performance, and create tools to assist other teams by proactively informing developers of potential performance issues.
- Optimize for efficient model deployment, enhance the machine learning workflow, build and support large-scale model evaluation systems.
- Develop high-performance GPU/CPU kernels by utilizing low-level hardware features and knowledge of performance characteristics.
- Work with multiple algorithm teams and optimize efficient algorithms for self-driving vehicles.
WeRide specializes in Level 4 autonomous driving technologies for the mobility and logistics market. Its products include Robotaxi, Mini Robobus, and Robovan, which are deployed across online ride-hailing, on-demand transport, and urban logistics services. The company works through strategic alliances with global automakers and service platforms to tailor a diverse product mix for car makers, mobility providers, and logistics operators. Revenue comes from commercial pilot operations and fully driverless testing, and WeRide launched China’s first public Robotaxi service in 2019. With R&D and operations centers in China and the United States, the company employs over 800 people. Its goal is to enable scalable, driverless mobility and logistics solutions in smart cities through broad partnerships and real-world deployments.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Post IPO Equity
Headquarters
Guangzhou, China
Founded
2017
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The Zurich Uber launch in late 2026 tests WeRide's asset-light model in a high-fare regulated European market[4][8].
- Dual right- and left-hand-drive capabilities enable expansion into Singapore, Japan, UK, and Australia markets[1][2].
- The fleet is planned to grow to 2,600 vehicles by end-2026 and tens of thousands by 2030[1][2].
What critics are saying
- Baidu Apollo Go secured Hong Kong's first right-hand-drive test licenses, blocking WeRide's native GXR rollout in 6–12 months[3].
- Pony.ai's ComfortDelGro partnership in Singapore lets it outpace WeRide, eroding its right-hand-drive Asia market in 9–15 months[3].
- Failure to achieve 136% annual revenue growth to hit CNY 6.7B by 2029 will trigger a funding crunch within 6–12 months[3].
What makes WeRide unique
- WeRide develops the first native mass-produced right-hand-drive Robotaxi with Geely Farizon and Kwoon Chung[1][2].
- Its WITT cognitive foundation model cuts token costs by 98% and boosts data efficiency 200-fold for Physical AI[1].
- WeRide operates fully driverless commercial Robotaxi services in Guangzhou, Beijing, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai[1].
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Employee Stock Plan
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↑ 0%More than 60 percent of new cars sold to feature Level 2 or higher driving automation by 2031. According to a new research report from the analyst firm Berg Insight, 55.6 percent of all sold cars globally fulfilled requirements for SAE level 1 (L1) automated driving and higher levels in 2025. By 2031, the percentage is forecasted to reach 76.9 percent. The percentage of new cars sold fulfilling L2 automated driving capabilities will moreover grow from 35.6 percent in 2025 to 57.3 percent in 2031. As a subset of the L2 category, L2+ provides additional features compared to L2 systems. Berg Insight estimates that 8.0 million new passenger cars sold globally in 2025 were equipped with L2+ ADAS capabilities, corresponding to an attach rate of 9.2 percent. This number is expected to reach 28.4 million units in 2031, corresponding to an attach rate of 31.0 percent. About 4.8 percent of all new cars sold in 2031 are expected to feature L3 capabilities. L4 passenger cars are not expected to scale in meaningful volumes before 2031. Advanced ADAS has become a major differentiator. Today, automakers mainly focus on L1 and L2/L2+ ADAS functions. BMW and Mercedes-Benz have both offered L3 systems, but recently reduced their near-term emphasis on L3 and shifted focus toward more scalable L2+ systems. Chinese OEMs are among the most active in the deployment of sophisticated L2/L2+ ADAS. Leading Chinese OEMs include BYD Auto, Changan, Chery, Geely, GWM, Leapmotor, Li Auto, NIO, SAIC and XPeng. Other OEMs offering sophisticated ADAS include for example Tesla with its Full Self-Driving (Supervised), Ford (BlueCruise), General Motors (Super Cruise), Nissan (ProPILOT 2.0/2.1), Toyota (Teammate Advanced Drive), Hyundai Motor Group (Highway Driving Assist 2), Volkswagen (IQ.DRIVE/Travel Assist) and Audi (Adaptive Driving Assistant Plus). There are a number of categories of suppliers serving the market including Tier 1s, semiconductor solution providers, AD software companies, LiDAR suppliers and map providers. Leading global Tier 1 suppliers include Aptiv, Astemo, Aumovio (formerly Continental), Bosch, Denso, Desay SV, Forvia, HL Klemove, Hyundai Mobis, Jingwei Hirain, Magna International, Valeo and ZF Group. "The automotive semiconductor landscape for ADAS and automated driving includes both vendors of central compute platforms and suppliers focused on enabling semiconductor content", continued Mr. Cederqvist. Leading providers of semiconductor solutions include AMD, Ambarella, Black Sesame Technologies, Horizon Robotics, Infineon, Horizon Robotics, Mobileye, NVIDIA, NXP Semiconductors, Qualcomm, Renesas Electronics, STMicroelectronics and Texas Instruments. ADAS software and integrated driving solution providers such as Deeproute.ai, Huawei, Momenta, QCraft, Wayve, WeRide and Zhuoyu Technology develop automated driving stacks, perception software and turnkey assisted-driving systems for OEMs. There are moreover companies specialising in LiDAR sensors for higher-end ADAS and automated driving applications. Leading LiDAR sensor providers include Hesai Technology, Innoviz, RoboSense and Seyond. Mapping and navigation platform providers such as Amap (AutoNavi), Dynamic Map Platform, HERE Technologies, NavInfo, Mapbox and TomTom provide mapping, navigation and localisation solutions. Latest press releases
WeRide, Geely Farizon and Kwoon Chung launch right-hand-drive Robotaxis at the 2026 International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo (Hong Kong), accelerating global expansion. HONG KONG - June 22, 2026 - WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD, HKEX: 0800), a global leader in autonomous driving technology, today announced the joint development of Robotaxis specifically designed for right-hand-drive markets, as part of a strategic partnership with Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group (Geely Farizon), China's top new energy commercial vehicle brand, and Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings Limited, a leading public transport operator in Hong Kong at the 2026 International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo (Hong Kong). Given the current lack of right-hand-drive Robotaxis in the market, this collaboration delivers a customized solution specifically tailored for right-hand-drive systems. By leveraging their respective strengths in autonomous driving innovation, new energy vehicle manufacturing, and public transport operations, the purpose-built, mass-produced right-hand-drive Robotaxi will be designed based on the existing production-ready GXR platform. The deployment of commercial right-hand-drive Robotaxi services will begin in Hong Kong, bringing transformative autonomous mobility solutions to right-hand-drive markets worldwide. Song Zhaohuan, Vice President of Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group; Li Yifan, Vice President of WeRide; and Timothy Wong, Executive Director of Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings, sign a cooperation agreement, witnessed by Mike Fan, CEO of Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group; Dr. Tony Han, Founder and CEO of WeRide; and Matthew Wong, Chairman of Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings Limited. (Group photo on site) "Globalization has always been central to WeRide's strategy with our autonomous vehicles having been deployed in over 40 cities across 12 countries. We are proud to partner with Geely Farizon and Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings Limited on this collaboration. It represents an important breakthrough for autonomous driving in dense, complex urban environments worldwide and will help unlock broader opportunities in global right-hand-drive markets," said Dr. Tony Han, Founder and CEO of WeRide. Mike Fan, CEO of Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group, added, "The development of this new model reflects our deep exploration of the future of urban mobility. This collaboration establishes a complete, end-to-end commercial ecosystem spanning technology development, vehicle manufacturing, and operational deployment. We believe that, with Hong Kong as a strategic gateway, the 'Hong Kong pathway' will set a benchmark for smart transportation upgrades in right-hand-drive markets globally." Matthew Wong, Chairman of Kwoon Chung Bus Holdings, said, "Kwoon Chung has witnessed and contributed to the evolution of transportation in Hong Kong. Faced with soaring oil prices and a shortage of bus drivers, we have proactively adopted intelligent and eco-friendly technologies and embrace industry transformation. Through close collaboration, we aim to deliver a safer, more efficient, and more sustainable public mobility experience, further strengthening Hong Kong's position as a global smart city." (WeRide Robotaxi GXR Exhibition Site) The new Robotaxi model is purpose-built for right-hand-drive markets, with its design tailored to local regulations, road conditions, and operational requirements. It seamlessly integrates perception, decision-making, control, and human-machine interaction to ensure a safe and smooth experience for riders. (Illustration of WeRide's right-hand-drive Robotaxi) Hong Kong is among the first deployment markets for the new right-hand-drive Robotaxi, and is supported by its highly international transport environment and robust regulatory framework. Together, the three companies will accelerate product validation, testing, and initial commercial operations, developing a scalable and replicable model globally. The commercial launch of right-hand-drive Robotaxi in Hong Kong aligns with the China's 15th Five-Year Plan priorities of growing intelligent connected new energy vehicles and piloting new tech. It is expected to serve as a model for Chinese autonomous driving and intelligent connected vehicle to enter other key right-hand-drive markets including Singapore, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Australia, leveraging proven local experience to support broader global expansion. (WeRide Robotaxi in Hong Kong) The rollout of the right-hand-drive Robotaxi, will allow WeRide to establish dual capabilities across both right- and left-hand-drive Robotaxi production and operations, enabling a comprehensive product portfolio tailored to diverse global traffic systems, to enhance adaptability and scalability, while accelerating the commercialization of autonomous driving worldwide. (WeRide Robotaxi in Dubai) This collaboration builds on WeRide and Geely Farizon's strong partnership in mass-produced Robotaxis and commercial deployment. In October 2024, the two companies jointely launched the next-generation, mass-produced Robotaxi GXR based on the Farizon SV. Within just four months, it achieved fully driverless commercial operations in Beijing, followed by Guangzhou in August 2025. In March this year, the two companies signed an upgraded agreement to introduce a newly enhanced version of the purpose-built, mass-produced Robotaxi GXR. Founded in 2017, WeRide has consistently led Robotaxi technology development and commercialization, with operations established across key global markets including Guangzhou, Beijing, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh, and Zurich. The Robotaxi GXR has now achieved fully driverless commercial operations in four cities: Guangzhou, Beijing, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai. The development of right-hand-drive Robotaxis will accelerate WeRide's global Robotaxi expansion, with plans to expand its fleet to 2,600 vehicles by end-2026 and scale to tens of thousands by 2030. About WeRide WeRide is a global leader and a first mover in the autonomous driving industry, as well as the first publicly traded Robotaxi company. Its autonomous vehicles have been deployed in over 40 cities across 12 countries. WeRide Inc. is also the first and only technology company whose products have received autonomous driving permits in eight markets: China, the UAE, Singapore, France, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, Belgium, and the US. Empowered by the smart, versatile, cost-effective, and highly adaptable WeRide One platform, WeRide provides autonomous driving products and services from L2 to L4, addressing transportation needs in the mobility, logistics, and sanitation industries. WeRide was named to Fortune's 2025 Change the World and 2025 Future 50 lists. Media contact: [email protected] Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "aims," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "likely to," and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about WeRide and Uber's beliefs, plans, and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in WeRide and Uber's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and WeRide's announcements on the website of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release. WeRide and Uber do not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
Launch of self-driving taxis (robotaxis) in Dubai Dubai - Unit: Gemeel Automotive, a global leader in mobility solutions and the preferred partner for many of the most prestigious automotive brands, announced its cooperation with WeRide, a global leader in autonomous driving technology, aiming to expand the scope of autonomous mobility services in the UAE. Gemeel Automotive supports the deployment and operation of a fleet of self-driving robotaxis of the WeRide 'GXR' model by investing in electric vehicles from the brand Farizon Auto, which is the commercial vehicle arm of the Geely Holding Group. The advantages of the self-driving taxi (robotaxi) are based on the globally renowned Farizon 'SV' vehicle features from the Farizon Auto brand, characterized by a spacious interior, advanced safety structure, and high operational efficiency specifically designed to meet urban mobility requirements, in addition to its innovative hidden B-pillar design. In 2025, the Farizon SV obtained a five-star safety rating from the European New Car Assessment Programme and reached the finals and ranked second for the international van of the year award. Within this partnership, WeRide provides autonomous driving technology, while Gemeel Automotive invests in the fleet of self-driving robotaxis. This step underscores the pivotal role of Gemeel Automotive in implementing one of the first urban-level autonomous taxi projects in the world, supporting Dubai's ambitions in autonomous mobility. It also aligns with WeRide's asset-light operational strategy, enabling the expansion of commercial operations for self-driving taxis through trusted partners who contribute to fleet investment and platform resources. Transition from pilot to commercial application The autonomous mobility market in Dubai has successfully crossed a critical stage, marked by notable growth starting with supervised pilot routes in December 2025, culminating in obtaining a permit for the operation of commercial autonomous vehicles from WeRide in February 2026. From March 31, 2026, WeRide commenced full commercial operations of self-driving taxis in Dubai, via routes in the Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim areas, using vehicles provided by Gemeel Automotive. With attention shifting from technological showcases to the operational model required for expansion - fleet readiness, local deployment, service quality sustainability, and system integration - Gemeel Automotive plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of this model on the ground as the fleet investor. Enhancing the role of the ecosystem Building on deep expertise spanning over 80 years in the automotive sector, Gemeel Automotive cooperates with WeRide in areas including autonomous vehicle technology, service platform access, operations, and regulatory oversight to enable the scaling of reliable service ready to meet customer needs. This cooperation aims to support this transformation, providing suitable conditions for sustainable and scalable autonomous mobility services, especially as the service expands in Dubai and, later, across the entire UAE. Commenting on this matter, Youssef Houssein, CEO of Gemeel Automotive in the Middle East, said, 'The autonomous mobility sector is witnessing a new phase in Dubai, transitioning from testing and pilot programs to integrated real commercial services across the emirate. We are pleased to collaborate with WeRide to support the development of a reliable and scalable ecosystem, which will be a cornerstone of this transformation, enhance customer confidence, and deliver real value to the transport system as a whole, supporting the UAE's ambitious vision for the future of mobility.' Supporting Dubai's aspirations to enhance the autonomous mobility sector Dubai continues to strengthen its position at the forefront of next-generation mobility solutions, supported by a clear policy ecosystem for the autonomous mobility sector. Efforts focus on the ambitious goal set by the Roads and Transport Authority and the Dubai Future Foundation to convert 25% of total mobility journeys in Dubai to autonomous journeys by 2030. In this context, this partnership represents a significant shift toward launching operational activities on the ground. WeRide's current fleet in the Middle East includes approximately 250 robotaxis. Through deploying Farizon Auto electric vehicles on public roads, Gemeel Automotive aims to contribute to turning strategic ambitions into tangible reality, supporting the dissemination of high-performance autonomous mobility solutions accessible to all, while enhancing urban mobility safety and efficiency in the region.
WeRide and GAC debut first co-developed vehicle Aion N60 powered by WRD 3.0. * 1 hr ago GUANGZHOU, China, April 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - GAC Aion today officially launched pre-sales for the Aion N60, a new smart urban SUV powered by WeRide Driving (WeRide WRD* 3.0), WeRide's one-stage end-to-end ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) solution. The Aion N60 has intelligent driving features across the entire lineup, bringing advanced assisted driving to a broad consumer market. With WeRide WRD 3.0, the Aion N60 delivers full-scenario, full-function ADAS capabilities, covering urban roads, highways, parking, and active and passive safety. This allows for a seamless, end-to-end assisted driving experience designed to support everyday commuting. *Formerly known as WePilot The Aion N60 powered by WRD 3.0 delivers intelligent driving features across the entire lineup The Aion N60 is the first mass-produced passenger vehicle jointly developed by WeRide and GAC Aion. It also marks WeRide's first mass-production deployment of one-stage end-to-end technology on the Qualcomm Snapdragon(R) platform. With this milestone, WeRide becomes the first and only autonomous driving solution provider to have achieved mass production of one-stage end-to-end technology on both NVIDIA Drive(R) and Qualcomm Snapdragon(R), the industry's two leading in-vehicle computing platforms. Enabled by WeRide WRD 3.0, the Aion N60 is capable of multi-object intention prediction and full-scenario semantic perception to understand the behavior and intent of road users in real time. This human-like reasoning capability allows the vehicle to anticipate potential risks and adjust speed and trajectory when navigating complex environments such as mixed traffic, pedestrian cut-ins, dense urban villages, or multi-level interchanges. While maintaining strict safety margins, the Aion N60 avoids overly conservative behavior that can compromise driving efficiency - delivering a confident, comfortable, and smooth everyday driving experience. The Aion N60's intelligent driving capabilities are not achieved solely through road testing and operations, but are the result of extensive training in WeRide GENESIS, WeRide's proprietary general-purpose simulation model. WeRide GENESIS is a world model that bridges the physical and virtual worlds, integrating physical AI with generative AI. The platform can generate highly realistic urban road networks, diverse traffic participants, and rare long-tail scenarios within minutes. WeRide GENESIS integrates four core modules: AI Scenarios, AI Agents, AI Metrics, and AI Diagnostics, forming a closed-loop R&D system spanning scenario generation, algorithm training, quantitative evaluation and root-cause analysis. This enables the Aion N60 to be repeatedly validated in simulation environments tens of thousands of times more complex than real-world public roads, covering scenarios such as vehicle cut-ins, unprotected left turns, emergency maneuvers, pedestrian or cyclist intrusions, road obstructions, extreme weather, and natural disaster conditions. Looking ahead, WeRide will continue working closely with Aion and other brands under GAC Group to introduce more intelligent driving vehicles across different vehicle segments - bringing safer, more comfortable, and more intelligent assisted driving experiences to a broader range of users. About WeRide WeRide is a global leader and a first mover in the autonomous driving industry, as well as the first publicly traded Robotaxi company. Its autonomous vehicles have been tested or operated in over 40 cities across 12 countries. Mycarrollcountynews is also the first and only technology company whose products have received autonomous driving permits in eight markets: China, the UAE, Singapore, France, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, Belgium, and the US. Empowered by the smart, versatile, cost-effective, and highly adaptable WeRide One platform, WeRide provides autonomous driving products and services from L2 to L4, addressing transportation needs in the mobility, logistics, and sanitation industries. WeRide was named to Fortune's 2025 Change the World and 2025 Future 50 lists. Media Contact Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "aims," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "likely to," and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about WeRide's beliefs, plans, and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in WeRide's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and announcements on the website of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release. WeRide does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
WeRide and Uber have launched fully driverless robotaxi operations in Dubai, marking WeRide's continued expansion in the Middle East despite regional economic uncertainties stemming from the Iran conflict. WeRide CEO Tony Han expressed confidence in the region's potential for autonomous vehicle deployment. The launch represents a significant milestone for commercial driverless operations in the Gulf state. The deployment comes as WeRide doubles down on its Middle East strategy, viewing the region as a key market for robotaxi services despite concerns about the impact of geopolitical tensions on consumer sentiment and economic conditions.