Full-Time

Senior Staff Computer Vision Engineer

Deep Learning Focus

 Phantom AI

Phantom AI

51-200 employees

Licenses scalable ADAS software for automakers

Compensation Overview

$180k - $240k/yr

Mountain View, CA, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid role: 4 days on-site and 1 day remote per week.

Category
AI & Machine Learning (2)
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Required Skills
Python
Tensorflow
Neural Networks
Pytorch
Computer Vision
Requirements
  • 3–5+ years of professional experience developing, training, validating, and deploying deep learning-based perception models for ADAS or related computer vision applications.
  • In-depth understanding of training and inference pipelines, including data loading, augmentation, and loss function design.
  • Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Computer Vision, Robotics, Machine Learning, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Strong proficiency in Python and a deep understanding of software design principles and development best practices.
  • Expertise in PyTorch (preferred) or TensorFlow for large-scale model development and experimentation.
  • Practical experience with data pipelines, distributed training, and machine learning experiment management tools.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement advanced deep learning architectures to enhance perception capabilities within ADAS systems.
  • Maintain and continuously improve existing models by optimizing performance, addressing issues, and refining architecture and algorithms.
  • Perform detailed root cause analysis of production issues and develop sustainable, high-quality solutions.
  • Optimize model performance with a focus on latency, efficiency, and resource utilization for real-time embedded deployment.
  • Integrate and validate deep learning algorithms on automotive-grade hardware and embedded Systems on Chips.
  • Collaborate closely with data engineering, data annotation, and platform engineering teams to ensure smooth data flow and seamless model integration.
  • Provide regular updates and technical reports on model development, maintenance progress, and performance metrics to management.
Desired Qualifications
  • Comprehensive understanding of machine learning algorithms, including classification, regression, and clustering methods.
  • Experience deploying and optimizing models for embedded or automotive Systems on Chips (SoCs) (e.g., NVIDIA Drive, TI TDA4, Qualcomm Snapdragon).
  • Proficiency in model optimization techniques such as quantization, pruning, and knowledge distillation.
  • Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related field is a plus.
  • Strong programming experience in Python and/or C++ within Linux development environments.
  • Familiarity with automotive perception workflows, datasets, and evaluation frameworks (e.g., KITTI, Waymo, Euro NCAP)

Phantom AI develops advanced driver assistance software for cars. Its main products are PhantomVision, a deep-learning computer-vision system that uses cameras to identify things on the road such as other vehicles, people, bikes, open road space, traffic signs, and traffic lights. PhantomDrive is a vehicle-control system that predicts how nearby objects will move and uses that information to help the car move safely, adapting to different levels of vehicle automation. The software is designed to be licensed to automotive suppliers and manufacturers, with ongoing support, making it easier for more vehicles to include safety and automation features. The company differentiates itself by offering scalable, customizable ADAS solutions and by partnering with industry leaders like Renesas to keep its technology up to date. Its goal is to democratize ADAS so advanced safety features can be added to a wide range of vehicles, improving road safety for everyone.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$80.7M

Headquarters

Burlingame, California

Founded

2016

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Harbinger acquired Phantom AI in November 2025, integrating tech into 2026 medium-duty EVs.
  • ZF Group licenses computer vision for passenger cars, generating millions in 2026 revenue.
  • Phantom AI's 30 Mountain View employees continue developing post-acquisition.

What critics are saying

  • Harbinger ownership ends Phantom AI independence, redirecting revenue to Harbinger trucks.
  • ZF bundles Phantom AI software with hardware, undercutting modular pricing to OEMs.
  • Talent flight from ex-Tesla, Hyundai engineers cripples PhantomVision development in 3-6 months.

What makes Phantom AI unique

  • PhantomVision™ detects vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists, signs using deep learning cameras.
  • PhantomDrive™ predicts object motion for safe vehicle control across automation levels.
  • Modular software stack enables OEMs and Tier 1s to customize ADAS configurations.

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6 month growth

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aftermarketNews
Feb 26th, 2026
Harbinger, ZF Group Form Agreement on ADAS Products

Harbinger, ZF Group form agreement on ADAS products. Mary is the Content Director for aftermarketNews/Counterman, and has been with Babcox Media for 37 years, serving in various editorial roles on several of the company's brands. Published: February 26, 2026 Harbinger, an American-made medium-duty electric and hybrid vehicle manufacturer, announced it has acquired autonomous driving company Phantom AI. In addition, Harbinger and ZF Group's Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) business unit for passenger cars announced a deal to license Phantom AI's computer vision for its passenger car ADAS products. The acquisition of Phantom AI and the partnership with ZF Group create a new software services revenue stream for Harbinger, the company said. Integration into medium-duty vehicles. Harbinger will incorporate Phantom AI's computer vision into its medium-duty electric and hybrid vehicles in 2026. Planned features include emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping and more. The integration responds to fleet customer demand due to the lack of such safety systems in medium-duty vehicles. "Our acquisition of Phantom AI and partnership with ZF are pivotal milestones for Harbinger as we expand beyond commercial vehicles and enter new segments for the first time," said John Harris, co-founder and CEO of Harbinger. "We are combining Phantom AI's computer vision with ZF's global reach and leadership in automotive systems to unlock an entirely new revenue stream of software services and autonomy. At the same time, we are incorporating even more advanced driver assistance and safety features into our medium-duty vehicles, which is something our large Fortune 500 customers have been asking for." Phantom AI co-founders and ZF collaboration. Phantom AI was co-founded by former Tesla ADAS engineer Hyunggi Cho and former Hyundai driver-assistance and autonomous-driving engineer Chan Kyu Lee. ZF will license Phantom AI's computer vision for its passenger car ADAS products and will work toward providing more advanced autonomous driving capabilities in the future. "Licensing Phantom AI's computer vision will help strengthen ZF's passenger car ADAS portfolio" said Christopher Ludwig, vice president of procurement for ZF's Electronics & ADAS Division. "This collaboration allows ZF to provide a broader selection of products and options at different values to our customers today while creating a path for future autonomous driving capabilities." Level 2 autonomous solutions and transaction details. As a first step, Phantom AI has built cost-effective Level 2 autonomous solutions to reduce the burden of everyday driving and make the roads safer for everyone. Phantom AI has focused on democratizing technologies such as automatic emergency braking and emergency lane support before rolling out high level autonomy. Harbinger's acquisition of Phantom AI was completed in November 2025, and Atlanticus Advisors LLC served as financial advisor to Phantom AI in this transaction. The Phantom AI team of 30 employees will continue to operate in Mountain View, California. "Thanks to this acquisition, we are able to deliver a more comprehensive, technology-forward solution that includes robust ADAS capabilities and telematics to the medium-duty vehicle segment and beyond," said Dr. Cho, co-founder and CEO, Phantom AI. "While these features are already expected in passenger vehicles, medium-duty fleets have historically been underserved."

Truck News
Feb 25th, 2026
Harbinger acquires Phantom AI, bringing advanced driver-assistance tech to medium-duty trucks

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Feb 25th, 2026
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TechCrunch
Feb 25th, 2026
Harbinger acquires Phantom AI, lands ZF Group as customer for autonomous driving software

Electric trucking startup Harbinger has acquired autonomous driving software company Phantom AI in its first acquisition, aiming to vertically integrate technology and create new revenue streams beyond its electric truck chassis business. Harbinger has secured German automotive giant ZF Group as the first customer to license Phantom AI's advanced driver assistance technology for use in passenger cars. Co-founder and CEO John Harris expects the software services business to generate millions in revenue this year, with more significant returns anticipated in 2027 or 2028. Harbinger was already using Phantom AI's technology and plans to deepen integration to enhance safety features in medium-duty trucks, which currently lack basic amenities like backup cameras and automatic emergency braking. Phantom AI's 30 employees will remain in Mountain View, whilst Harbinger is headquartered in Los Angeles.

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