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Software Engineer: Mapping and Localization

Tensor Auto
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/20/2026
Tensor is an agentic AI company dedicated to building agentic products that empower individual consumers. Our flagship product, the Tensor Robocar, is the world’s first personal Robocar and the first AI agentic vehicle — fully autonomous, automotive-grade, and built for private ownership at scale. Founded in 2016 in Silicon Valley, Tensor is headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices in Barcelona, Singapore, and Dubai. At Tensor, we champion personal AI autonomy and ownership. Our vision is to build a future where everyone owns their own Artificial General Intelligence — a personal AGI that enables more time, freedom, and autonomy. We’re forging an alternative path where AGI serves only you, and is controlled solely by you.

We provide a competitive compensation package, opportunities for professional growth, participation in a discretionary equity incentive plan, and access to a comprehensive company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Join us to shape the future! Work with brilliant minds on technology transforming automotive industry and make a lasting impact.



Tensor is at the forefront of L4 autonomous vehicle technology, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in self-driving cars. We’re seeking talented and motivated software engineers to join our mapping and localization team. In this role, you’ll contribute to the development of cutting-edge mapping and localization algorithms and pipeline.

Locations

  • San Jose, California, US (Salary Range: $75k—$300k USD)
  • Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
  • Singapore
  • Dubai, UAE

Responsibilities

  • Develop multi-sensor based mapping pipeline.
  • Develop multi-sensor based localization algorithms and sensor fusion algorithm to achive the highest localization accuracy.
  • Develop fault-tolerant localization solutions that accommodate sensor failures and provide fallback mechanisms for the localization system.
  • Contribute to the auto-annotation pipeline.

Qualifications

  • Master or PhD in computer science, mathematics or related fields.
  • 2 years of experience in mapping and localization.
  • Strong C programming skills.
  • Excellent communication, strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills.

Preferences

  • Background in 3D vision, SLAM, geometric computer vision, optimization.
  • Experience with autonomous vehicle technology or robotics.

We appreciate your interest in joining Tensor. Tensor is an equal employment opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace for all. We do not discriminate against, and strictly prohibit harassment of, any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Tensor also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. Tensor is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Salary : $75,000 - $300,000

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