Full-Time

Software Engineer

Mapping & Localization

WeRide

WeRide

201-500 employees

Develops Level 4 autonomous driving solutions

Compensation Overview

$130k - $182k/yr

+ Performance Bonus + Equity

San Jose, CA, USA

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Software Engineering (1)
Requirements
  • 3 years of professional experience (industrial experience is a plus)
  • Familiar with state of the art theory for visual SLAM and place recognition
  • Highly skilled in probabilistic filtering theory, computer vision and inertial pose theory
  • Fluent in C++. Python skills are a plus
  • Proven track record in implementing computationally expensive algorithm in commodity hardware
  • Prior experience in any of pose estimation, probabilistic filtering, SLAM, nonlinear optimization
  • Comfortable building in undefined and fast paced environments
  • Experience in self driving technologies is a plus
  • Knowledge of Linux, and development on Linux systems
  • Knowledge of ROS
  • Experience working in an automotive, aerospace environments
  • Previous experience with robotic or vehicle systems
  • Development experience with embedded systems with real-time constraints
  • Experience with realtime sensor fusion (e.g. IMU, lidar, camera, odometry, radar)
Responsibilities
  • Build state-of-the art mapping pipelines that combine data from a wide variety of sensors, as well as localization algorithms that make use of these maps in realtime.
Desired Qualifications
  • 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.
  • 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

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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What believers are saying

  • Lenovo partnership deploys 200,000 Level 4 robotaxis globally over five years from Auto China 2026.
  • Grab collaboration launches Singapore robotaxis in Punggol by early 2026.
  • Goldman Sachs forecasts 80% revenue CAGR to 2030 from robotaxi services.

What critics are saying

  • Baidu Apollo Go overtakes WeRide in China with 2,000 vehicles across 10 cities.
  • US CFIUS blocks WeRide's California driverless expansion citing security risks.
  • Tesla FSD v13 captures 40% China L2++ ADAS market from WeRide's design wins.

What makes WeRide unique

  • WeRide's WRD 3.0 ADAS integrates NVIDIA, Qualcomm, and SiEngine platforms across 30 vehicle models.
  • WeRide pioneered China's first public Robotaxi service in 2019 with Level 4 operations.
  • WeRide's GENESIS simulation model optimizes L4 performance using L4 road data.

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Benefits

Employee Stock Plan

Competitive Compensation Package

100% Company Paid Premium Medical Plan

Team Building Activities

Paid Vacation And Time-off

Free Hot Breakfast, Lunch And Dinner

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
Carroll County News
Apr 16th, 2026
WeRide and GAC debut first co-developed vehicle Aion N60 powered by WRD 3.0.

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.

CNBC
Apr 8th, 2026
WeRide launches fully driverless robotaxis in Dubai with Uber despite Iran war concerns

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.

AInvest
Apr 2nd, 2026
Uber acquires 5.82% stake in self-driving firm WeRide after $100M investment

Uber has acquired a 5.82% passive stake in WeRide, the self-driving technology company, representing 56.6 million shares. The investment follows a strategic partnership announced in September 2024 and a $100 million investment in May 2025. WeRide's stock rose 7% following the announcement. The company's poor performance over the past year may present a buying opportunity for investors, according to analysts. The stake acquisition deepens the relationship between Uber and WeRide as both companies work on autonomous vehicle technology.

Semafor
Apr 2nd, 2026
Uber and WeRide expand driverless taxi routes in Saudi Arabia and Dubai

Gulf countries are accelerating autonomous taxi deployments despite regional tensions with Iran. Uber and WeRide expanded their driverless service in Riyadh, adding a new route between Hayat Mall and Riyadh Gallery after completing over 1,700 trial trips. The companies also launched fully autonomous services in Dubai's Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim areas, operating without safety monitors. Dubai Taxi Company plans to deploy over 1,000 driverless vehicles with Baidu's Apollo Go, beginning with 50 this year. In Abu Dhabi, Autogo, part of K2, started offering rides on Yas Island and plans expansion to Saadiyat and Al Maryah islands. The rollout threatens the livelihoods of the region's predominantly South Asian taxi drivers, already affected by the Iran conflict.

Tech in Asia
Apr 1st, 2026
Uber launches WeRide robotaxis in Dubai, eyes 15 cities after $100M investment

Uber has launched driverless robotaxi rides in Dubai through a partnership with WeRide, in which Uber holds a 5.82% stake following a $100 million investment last year. The companies plan to expand to 15 additional cities over five years, with Uber managing the app whilst WeRide provides the autonomous driving system. The Dubai launch aligns with the city's goal of making 25% of journeys autonomous by 2030. WeRide's Middle East robotaxi business achieved operating profitability in 2025, with Abu Dhabi vehicles completing dozens of daily trips approaching breakeven unit economics. The partnership employs an asset-light model where Uber provides rider access and fleet operations support, whilst WeRide focuses on autonomous driving software. The rollout prioritises markets outside the US and China, including the UAE and Europe.