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Team Lead - Perception

se3MunichSoftware
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Job type
Full-time
Experience
Lead · 3+ yrs
Posted
5 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Based in Munich, this full-time role places a technical leader at the head of the perception engineering group to direct computer vision and spatial intelligence systems. This position suits an experienced engineering manager with a background in robotics or autonomous systems who wants to own core perception architecture and mentor growing teams.

Role Overview

SE3 seeks a Team Lead for Perception in Munich to direct the architecture, algorithmic decisions, and roadmap for unmanned autonomous systems. The professional taking this position will manage the end-to-end perception stack, build and hire the engineering team, and remain hands-on in the code as models transition to real-world operations.

Key Responsibilities

Own the technical roadmap for perception, establishing priorities, timelines, and measurement metrics.
Define the architecture of the perception stack and guide algorithmic choices for detection, tracking, segmentation, and depth estimation.
Deliver reliable object detection and multi-object tracking models that function effectively on mission data from autonomous platforms.
Build semantic segmentation and depth estimation capabilities to provide downstream autonomy with accurate scene understanding.
Create evaluation and replay loops featuring clear metrics, benchmark datasets, and regression testing using recorded data.
Take models from initial training through onboard compute deployment and field trials for real-world validation.
Hire, mentor, and lead the perception engineering team while maintaining hands-on coding contributions.

Requirements

Hold a Ph.D. with at least 3 years of industry experience, or an M.Sc. with at least 6 years of experience, in Computer Vision, Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Demonstrate a proven track record of shipping real-world perception systems in domains such as robotics, autonomous driving, AR/VR, or drones.
Possess deep expertise in modern perception areas including object detection, tracking, segmentation, and depth estimation.
Bring direct experience leading engineering teams, conducting hiring, and setting technical strategy.
Speak fluent English and demonstrate eligibility to work on defence-related projects while securing required security clearance.

Nice to Have

Academic publications at major venues such as CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, or NeurIPS.
Background in establishing technical functions or teams within early-stage companies.
Experience supervising students or researchers to transform academic research into functional products.
Practical deployment history on real-time, resource-constrained compute hardware like Jetson-class platforms.
Field testing experience involving UAVs or robots operated outside laboratory environments.

Skills and Tools

Object Detection
Multi-Object Tracking
Semantic Segmentation
Depth Estimation
3D Computer Vision
State Estimation
AI Tools and Agents
Jetson-class Platforms

Salary and Benefits

Employee participation programme providing ownership stake in company growth
Modern toolset within a flat organizational hierarchy
Access to AI tools and agents for productivity enhancement
31 paid days off, comprising 30 vacation days and a day off for birthdays
Free gym, yoga, and wellness access via EGYM Wellpass
Two annual company retreats
Professional mentorship and close collaboration with technical founders

About the Company

SE3 Labs develops spatial intelligence and software for unmanned systems, combining AI, state estimation, and 3D computer vision to assist autonomous platforms operating without reliable GPS or sensors. Defence serves as a core application area for the organization, which is expanding toward a workforce of over 100 employees.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

AI3D Computer VisionState EstimationJetsonComputer Vision

Questions candidates ask

What qualifications are required for the Team Lead - Perception role?

Candidates must hold either a Ph.D. with 3+ years of industry experience or an M.Sc. with 6+ years of experience in Computer Vision, Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Where is the job located?

The position is located in Munich.

Are there specific citizenship or clearance requirements?

Yes. Due to the company's work in the defence sector, candidates must be eligible to work on defence-related projects and obtain any required security clearance, alongside speaking fluent English.

What perks and benefits are offered?

Benefits include an employee participation program, 31 paid days off (30 vacation days plus a birthday off), EGYM Wellpass wellness access, two company retreats per year, AI tool access, and professional mentorship.

What does the interview process involve?

The hiring process consists of a 30-minute intro call, a 90-minute coding or algorithm interview, a 1-hour technical interview covering past perception systems, and a team lunch or dinner.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official se3 careers page.

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