Lead, Computer Vision Engineer

About Toyota Connected

If you want to change the way the world works, transform the automotive industry and positively impact others on a global scale, then Toyota Connected is the right place for you! Within our collaborative, fast-paced environment we focus on continual improvement and work in a highly iterative way to deliver exceptional value in the form of connected products and services that wow and delight our customers and the world around us.

About the Team

Toyota Connected India is looking for an experienced Lead Generative AI Engineer with Computer Vision Expertise to drive the development of cutting-edge AI-powered applications for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs). In this role, you will lead a team of engineers and researchers in building real-time perception, autonomous decision-making, and interactive AI systems that enhance in-vehicle intelligence, driver assistance, and passenger experiences.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of Generative AI, Computer Vision, and Automotive Technology, shaping the future of mobility with AI-driven capabilities.

What you will do

• Technical Leadership: Lead the design, development, and deployment of Generative AI and Computer Vision models for SDV applications, including driver monitoring, object detection, autonomous navigation, and in-vehicle user experience.
• Team Management: Mentor and guide a team of AI engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• AI Model Development: Architect and train deep learning models for real-time perception, scene understanding, and multimodal AI applications (vision, NLP, speech).
• Integration with SDVs: Work closely with ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), IoT, and embedded software teams to integrate AI-powered solutions into vehicle architectures.
• Real-Time Edge AI Deployment: Optimize AI models for real-time processing on automotive-grade edge hardware (NVIDIA, Qualcomm Snapdragon or similar).
• Multimodal AI Systems: Develop AI-powered human-vehicle interaction systems, including Drive Monitoring, and predictive user interfaces.
• Research & Innovation: Stay ahead of the latest advancements in AI/ML, diffusion models, and self-supervised learning to push the boundaries of automotive AI applications.
• Collaboration & Partnerships: Work with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and research institutions to align AI innovations with industry needs.

You are a successful candidate if you have

• Education: Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, or a related field.
• Experience:
• 10+ years of experience in Computer Vision, Deep Learning, or Generative AI.
• 5+ years of experience leading AI engineering teams.
• Proven track record of developing and deploying AI models in real-world applications (preferably automotive or robotics).
• Technical Skills:
• Strong expertise in Deep Learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX).
• Experience with Generative AI models (Stable Diffusion, GANs, NeRFs, or similar).
• Proficiency in 3D Computer Vision (SLAM, depth estimation, sensor fusion).
• Experience with transformer-based architectures, and multimodal AI.
• Hands-on experience with embedded AI/Edge ML (NVIDIA Jetson, Qualcomm AI SDKs, TensorRT, OpenVINO).
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, CUDA, and ROS.
• Experience with automotive data formats (CAN, ROS, OpenDRIVE, ASAM OpenSCENARIO).
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of ADAS, autonomous driving, digital twins, and SDV architectures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in AI-driven Digital Cockpit and next-gen HMI (Human-Machine Interface) applications.
• Familiarity with 3D synthetic data generation for training AI models.
• Strong understanding of real-time sensor fusion (LIDAR, CAN, DMS, IMU).
• Experience working with Automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
• Experience with cloud-based AI training and edge-to-cloud inference architectures.

What is in it for you?

• Top of the line compensation!
• You'll be treated like the professional we know you are and left to manage your own time and workload.
• Yearly gym membership reimbursement & Free catered lunches.
• No dress code! We trust you are responsible enough to choose what’s appropriate to wear for the day.
• Opportunity to build products that improves the safety and convenience of millions of customers
• Cool office space and other awesome benefits!

Our Core Values: EPIC

Empathetic: We begin making decisions by looking at the world from the perspective of our customers, teammates, and partners.

Passionate: We are here to build something great, not just for the money. We are always looking to improve the experience of our millions of customers

Innovative: We experiment with ideas to get to the best solution. Any constraint is a challenge, and we love looking for creative ways to solve them.

Collaborative: When it comes to people, we think the whole is greater than its parts and that everyone has a role to play in the success!

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