About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers and major programs across the Department of Defense trust Applied Intuitions solutions to deliver vehicle intelligence. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor, MI, London, Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com.

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. (Note: For EpiSci job openings, fully remote work will be considered by exception.)

About the role

We’re seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead the Sensors & Rendering team within our broader Simulation team. This team builds critical software for simulating sensor data (LiDAR, radar, camera, ultrasound) and rendering high-fidelity environments for virtual testing of autonomy stacks. You’ll help shape the technical vision, scale a high-performing team, and drive execution across simulation products used by top autonomy developers in automotive and defense globally.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

Lead and grow a team focused on sensor simulation and real-time rendering capabilities
Set technical direction for accurately modeling perception sensors and their interaction with synthetic environments
Oversee the development of rendering pipelines that support both photorealism and real-time performance requirements
Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, infrastructure teams, and field engineers to deliver impactful simulation features
Guide engineers through architectural decisions, code reviews, and performance optimizations
Contribute technically when needed—this is a hands-on leadership role
Foster a high-performance culture emphasizing ownership, quality, and velocity
Define and drive improvements to testing, deployment, and scalability for simulation features

We’re looking for someone who has:

5+ years of experience in some combination of software engineering, computer graphics / rendering or sensor simulation
2+ years in technical leadership or engineering management
Deep expertise in rendering systems (OpenGL, Vulkan, DirectX) and/or sensor modeling (camera, LiDAR, radar, etc.)
Strong proficiency in C++ and Python
Experience building real-time, performance-sensitive systems—ideally in simulation, robotics, gaming, or AV
Understanding of how perception systems use synthetic or real-world sensor data
Proven ability to deliver complex software projects end-to-end in high-stakes domains
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Nice to have:

Experience with game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity) or similar real-time 3D environments
Familiarity with sensor noise modeling, multi-sensor calibration, or synthetic data generation
Background in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or ADAS development
Experience working on simulation platforms that support perception or planning teams

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $200,000 - $350,000 USD annually.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.