Mercedes/Daimler Self driving offer
I have an offer from Mercedes with Autonomous Driving group, the numbers are still in the working. Work : I am going to be working on Perception algorithms. That is something that i have not worked on and always wanted to get in. The team seemed pretty cool when i talked to them. Comp: have no idea, but they dont offer stock is what i know. What is the general perception of mercedes in the autonomous space? Would it be wise to go out from a software company and work with a car company ? Suggestions/comments welcome.
Cruise is better. Ask anyone in the space 😉
Ya, but u guys would not call me 😔... but if u can share thoughts on this it d be great. I have 3 years exp in non autonomous sw.
Did you apply? We're looking for more senior-level people atm I think. You can also always transfer to us later on.
If this is for MBRDNA, I expect low TC and no benefits. Got an internship offer from them. Low hourly pay and no relocation stipend.
Yes its mbrdna. The upside i have is i am from non ai background and i will get to work on it. TC might be a prob. Dont have any other offers so 😔
Worked for a different automaker and let's just say they don't do software nearly as well as tech companies. If they are in the Valley then it might be a different story, but from my automaker experience the good software engineers lose their mind and quit to create work they are actually proud of. Hope Mercedes is different.
I think they are doing cool stuff.. i actually saw their cars. They have launched in bay area recently.
“Don’t do software nearly as well” is an understatement of the year. Every time an oem tries to build something, an engine inevitably comes out
Doing cool stuff but make sure to get ready to negotiate if you really need a job and this is your only choice
Do u mean i should avoid at all cost ? Or the pay is going to be bad ?
Pay isn’t as good as other tech comps in the valley most likely, this kinda depends if you have a masters/phd or not. AD is a pretty cool team but not sure if a whole lot has changed under the new vp&director. Also, if you’re european, not too bad.
FYI they’re moving a lot of talent to Germany. My buddy who works there is kinda pissed over it.
What team was that ?
OP - what was offer?
Hopefully a Benz is a part of the tc.
What ?
Benz, the company you applied for-they make cars. Michalumni hopes you will get one as a perk.