Senior/Staff AI Engineer - Office of the CTO

Location: Cupertino
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Sonatus is a well-funded, fast-paced, and fast-growing company whose technologies and software help automakers build dynamic software-defined vehicles. With two generations of solutions already on the road with a top global OEM, our vehicle and cloud software solutions are at the forefront of the digital transformation of vehicles. The Sonatus team is a talented and diverse collection of technology and automotive specialists hailing from many of the most prominent companies in their respective industries. Sonatus is seeking a highly motivated Senior AI Engineer to join our team and help us accelerate software innovations for next-generation software-defined vehicles. We are passionate about putting our customers first and creating products that solve real-world problems. We embrace a hybrid work environment, and require this person to come into our Sunnyvale HQ 3 days a week to collaborate with peers and management. Duties and Responsibilities • Lead efforts to leverage existing AI models and frameworks to solve complex business challenges. • Conduct the full cycle of data modeling and algorithm development, including modeling, training, tuning, validating, deploying, and maintaining services, (AI breadth). • Strong domain expertise in the AI area including LLM. Computer Vision, Time Series, RAG, fine-tune large models, traditional ML models, etc., (AI depth). • Stay current with industry trends and advancements in data science and AI technologies, (State-of-the-Art). • Perform data analysis and offer insights to inform business decisions across multiple domains. • Adhere to data privacy and security protocols to uphold the confidentiality of sensitive information. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into effective AI and data science solutions. • Document and communicate technical designs, processes, and best practices to stakeholders using visualizations and presentations. • Take charge of projects, ensuring timely completion in a dynamic work environment. Qualifications and Experience • Bachelor degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, applied sciences or similar field. • Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Applied Sciences, or a related field preferred. • 5 years of professional experience working with machine learning algorithms, AI technologies, and platforms. • Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or C++, with hands-on experience in relevant frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn). • Experience with data engineering/processing frameworks (e.g., Databricks, Spark, Dataflow) and proficiency in SQL. • Solid experience in data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques. • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus. • Strong knowledge of software development best practices, version control systems, and agile methodologies. • Results-driven with a positive can-do attitude and excellent problem-solving skills. • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. • Experience in the automotive industry is highly desirable. Consider being part of the Sonatus team! Benefit Offerings include: • Competitive compensation and equity program • Health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) • Flexible and Dependent Care Expense program • Retirement plan (401k) • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) • Unlimited paid time off per year • Hybrid office work arrangement/flexibility Perk Offerings include: • Complimentary lunches, snacks, and beverages during on-site working days • Wellness benefit allowances (towards gym membership and fitness programs) • Internet reimbursement • Computer Accessory Allowance Employee Engagement Offerings: • Departmental team building and outings • Employee Referral Program • Culture/Employee Satisfaction Surveys - Feedback matters! • Peer Award Program (monthly) • Innovative Award Program (annual)

Keywords: , Santa Clara , Senior/Staff AI Engineer - Office of the CTO, IT / Software / Systems , Cupertino, California