Senior Research Engineer

2 days ago


Santa Clara, California, United States Plus Full time
Job Title: Senior Research Engineer - Mapping

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Engineer to join our team at Plus in Santa Clara, CA. As a key member of our Research and Development team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing cutting-edge LiDAR-based localization and mapping algorithms for autonomous vehicles.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop, implement, and optimize LiDAR-based localization and mapping algorithms for autonomous vehicles
  • Integrate LiDAR data with other sensor data (e.g., GPS, IMU, cameras) to create accurate, real-time maps and localization solutions
  • Lead deployment of localization and mapping solutions into the autonomous driving stack, collaborating with software, hardware, and product teams
  • Triage and debug issues related to localization and mapping, ensuring continuous improvement and system robustness
  • Support the online and offline generation and interfacing of maps to maintain and enhance localization accuracy
  • Drive improvements to the continuous integration (CI) system for localization and mapping, enhancing efficiency and reliability
Requirements:
  • MS or PhD in CS, EE, Robotics, or a related field
  • Proven experience in LiDAR-based localization and mapping for autonomous vehicles or robotics
  • Strong background in sensor fusion, particularly with LiDAR, GPS, IMU, and camera data
  • Proficiency in C++ and ROS
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical team members
Preferred Skills:
  • Relevant industry experience (prior work on self-driving vehicles, drone, autonomy, and/or robotics projects)
  • Experience with Gaussian splatting/NeRF is a plus
  • Experience with deep learning techniques applied to localization and mapping is a plus
Compensation:

$170,000 - $200,000 a year. Our compensations (cash and equity) are determined based on the position, your location, qualifications, and experience.



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