2026 Summer Intern - Software Engineer

Company: WeRide.ai
Location: San Jose
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

WeRide is a leading, commercial-stage global company that develops autonomous driving technologies from Level 2 to Level 4. It offers an all-rounded product mix of Robotaxi, Robobus, Robosweeper, Robovan and Advanced Driving Solution to provide services. WeRide aims to develop safe and reliable driverless solutions to make our mobility and transportation safer, more affordable, and accessible. In our internship program, you will: Work alongside world-class engineers to develop, implement, and maintain cutting-edge software for autonomous driving systems. Depending on the team you join, your project responsibilities will vary, giving you exposure to a range of exciting, impactful challenges. You will collaborate with your manager, mentor, and team to drive innovation and make significant contributions to the advancement of autonomous driving technology. Potential responsibilities include: Build real-time, in-vehicle systems that ensure the AV operates safely and efficiently in its environment. Design and develop new features to continuously optimize computational performance, and create tools to assist other teams by proactively informing developers of potential performance issues. Optimize for efficient model deployment, enhance the machine learning workflow, build and support large-scale model evaluation systems. Develop high-performance GPU/CPU kernels by utilizing low-level hardware features and knowledge of performance characteristics. Work with multiple algorithm teams and optimize efficient algorithms for self-driving vehicles Qualifications: Pursuing a BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Robotics or a related technical field, with an expected graduation date before December 2027. Proficient in C++ and/or Python, Java, Go with knowledge of its latest features. Have good programming practices, adhere to coding standards, and follow test-driven development. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, and cross-functional team collaboration abilities. Passion for innovation in the autonomous vehicle industry. $40 - $60 an hour What Happens Next: We’ll take a few weeks to review all applications. If we’d like to move forward with you, we’ll reach out to arrange the next steps, which may include an online assessment, a call with a recruiter, and 3 interviews with your future colleagues to better inform our decision. During the interview process, we aim to learn more about your skills, experiences, and motivators. Many of our questions will focus on understanding how you might operate here at WeRide. Please note that, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to offer individual feedback during the interview process. We recognize that interviewing for a new role is significant, and we appreciate you considering WeRide as the next step in your career. Our Recruiting Team is here to support you throughout the interview process. Come join us and apply today! At WeRide , interns collaborate with industry leaders on impactful projects that drive meaningful results for the company. You'll apply your knowledge while gaining opportunities to expand your skill set. Our 12-week/ 3-month internship program begins in May or June 2026. Successful candidates must be available to work in the office five days a week. Interns will receive 1-on-1 mentorship, hands-on training, and engage in fun team-building activities as well as interactive workshops, enhancing both professional and personal growth. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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