Senior researcher

Job Description

GM Israel takes a significant part in introducing software sophisticated software features into car in many domains like connected cars, advanced camera technologies and research . We shape the face of the future vehicles in diverse fields by developing cutting edge technologies. GM is committed to Zero Emission, Zero Crashes and Zero Congestion vision.

Our Computer Vision & Perception Group drives state-of-the-art research in deep learning, multimodal perception, and generative AI to enable safe, reliable, and scalable autonomy. We work at the intersection of computer vision, sensor fusion, and AI — developing models that leverage data from cameras, LiDARs, radars, and emerging sensor technologies.

We collaborate closely with GM engineering, global research teams, and leading academic institutions worldwide to translate breakthrough ideas into transformative technologies.

As a Senior Researcher , you will define and lead research agendas that push the boundaries of perception for autonomous driving.

What You’ll Do

Lead and execute research projects in computer vision, 3D perception, multimodal sensor fusion, and generative AI
Design and evaluate foundation models and large-scale deep learning architectures tailored for automotive perception
Collaborate with GM engineering teams to translate breakthrough concepts into scalable production solutions
Develop proof-of-concepts and simulation-based prototypes demonstrating feasibility and performance
Maintain a strong publication and patent record, contributing actively to the AI and autonomous driving research ecosystem
Track emerging trends in AI, 3D perception, foundation models, generative AI, multimodal learning, and large-scale simulation
Build and maintain collaborations with top universities, research labs, and industry experts
Serve as a thought leader, mentoring junior researchers and driving innovation across teams

Additional Job Description

About You:

PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
5+ years of research experience in computer vision, machine learning, autonomous perception, or related areas
Strong publication record at top-tier AI/ML conferences and journals
Expert programming skills in Python and experience with modern ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow)
Hands-on experience with large-scale training, 3D data, multimodal perception, or foundation models is highly desirable
Proven ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment with global partners
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

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