Perception Software Engineer - Sensing

We are seeking a proficient Software Engineer who possesses a solid understanding of perception principles and specializes in crafting perception sensing algorithms for robots. You will be part of our perception team which focuses on creating a real-time visual representation of the local environment around the robot and determining where it is in the world, both globally and relative to its environment.  

Responsibilities  

• Work on integrating various sensors (stereo cameras, LIDAR, time of flight) into our perception and autonomy stack. 
• Develop and maintain various sensor software libraries
• Develop algorithms for sensor fusion and calibrations between multiple cameras and Lidars.
• Characterize sensor performance and quality based on simulation and real-world testing.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate architecture & design documentation.
• Deliver reliable software through code reviews, continuous integration, and automated testing.
• Represent and lead with Apptronik's core values: CHIPC - Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, Creativity.

Must have  

• Masters in Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar, or equivalent 
• 1+ years of experience as a Software Engineer writing production-quality C++/Python code in a Linux development environment.
• Experience implementing and deploying sensor drivers.
• Hands-on knowledge of data structures and algorithms for image and point cloud processing and are familiar with ROS/ROS2, OpenCV and PCL/Open3d.
• Strong theoretical understanding of camera models, calibration methods, distortion models and rectification methods.
• Experience developing and debugging real-time, multithreaded software systems 
• Rapid, real-world hardware experimentation and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to independently research difficult open-ended problems and come to a working solution.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Nice to have  

• Experience with development in Linux.
• Experience deploying perception systems on Jetson devices.
• General system-level understanding of robotics with the ability to communicate with an interdisciplinary team.

Qualities  

• Creative, curious, analytical, and disciplined 
• A passion for building things. Fellow tinkerers are encouraged to apply.

Perks 

• Competitive base w/ benefits 
• Highly motivating equity incentive package 
• Hybrid work schedule (i.e. work from home in some capacity)  
• Flexible work hours policy 
• Professional development opportunities 
• Open Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• 401k plan