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AI Engineer, New Graduate

CompanySonatus
LocationSunnyvale
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 26, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The engineer will evaluate and compare state-of-the-art research, technologies, and open-source tools relevant to software-defined vehicles. Duties also include exploring optimal approaches and implementing/evaluating solutions for specific technical problems based on project priorities.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$20 - $30
Company Size
262
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Sonatus is accelerating vehicle software innovation and the transition towards software-defined vehicles. Our platforms and products serve as the key building blocks that allow automotive companies and their ecosystem to innovate faster and deliver continuous improvements in costs, capabilities, reliability, and user experience over the vehicle lifespan. Sonatus’ award-winning software platform is in mass production vehicles from Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis today and will grow to millions of cars by 2024. The company has raised more than $110 million USD with world-class automotive, technology, and venture investors including Foxconn, Hyundai Motor Group’s Kia Corporation, LG Electronics, Marvell, SAIC Capital, Translink Capital, UMC Capital, and Wanxiang Group Company. Sonatus is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA (Silicon Valley), with offices in Paris, Shanghai, Seoul and Tokyo. Sonatus is a trademark of Sonatus, Inc. For more information visit www.sonatus.com.
About the Role

Join a high-performing team at Sonatus that’s redefining what cars can do in the era of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV).

At Sonatus, we’re driving the transformation to AI-enabled software-defined vehicles. Traditional automotive software methods can’t keep pace with consumer expectations shaped by the mobile industry—where features evolve rapidly, update seamlessly, and improve continuously. That’s why leading OEMs trust Sonatus to accelerate this shift. Our technology is already in production across more than 5 million vehicles on the road today and rapidly expanding.

Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, with 250+ employees worldwide, Sonatus combines the agility of a fast-growing company with the scale and impact of an established partner. Backed by strong funding and proven by global deployment, we’re solving some of the most interesting and complex challenges in the industry. Join us and help redefine what’s possible as we shape the future of mobility.

Sonatus is seeking a highly motivated AI Engineer, New Graduate to join our team and help us accelerate software innovations for next-generation AI driven software-defined vehicles. We are passionate about putting our customers first and creating products that solve real-world problems. 

Applications will be open until Monday, March 16th and interviews could start immediately after the submission of an application. This role runs for approximately 10 weeks with a projected start date in early June.

Please note that we are only considering candidates who graduated in Spring 2026 and are local to the Bay Area, as this role follows a hybrid schedule with three in‑office days per week.

Duties and Responsibilities

Based on project priorities, the engineer may work in one or more areas, including but not limited to:

  • Evaluate and compare state of art researches, technologies and solutions
  • Evaluate and compare open-source tools and technologies
  • Explore optimal approaches to various problems
  • Implement and evaluate solutions to specific problems

Qualifications and Experience

  • Must have graduated in Spring 2026 with a BS, MS, or PhD degree in any fields related to science, applied science, or engineering
  • Strong software development fundamentals, hands on coding skills, and ability to use AI coding tools effectively
  • Results-driven with a positive can-do attitude and excellent problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Must be local to the bay area, or willing to relocate, and come into office 3 days/week (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday)

 

Sonatus Perks include:

  • Complimentary lunches, snacks and beverages during on-site working days
  • Hybrid office work arrangement
  • Computer accessory allowance
  • 15 paid holidays

The posted salary range is a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate of what Sonatus ("Company") could reasonably expect to pay for a base salary for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. The Company reserves the right to modify this range in the future, as needed, as market conditions change.

Pay range for this role
$20—$30 USD
To all recruitment agencies: Sonatus, Inc. ("Sonatus") does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Sonatus' employees. Sonatus is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited activities.

 

Key Skills
Software Development FundamentalsHands On Coding SkillsAI Coding ToolsProblem-SolvingVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCross-functional Collaboration
Categories
EngineeringSoftwareScience & ResearchTechnologyData & Analytics
Benefits
Complimentary LunchesSnacksBeveragesComputer Accessory AllowancePaid Holidays