Robotics Engineer, Perception Specialist

3 weeks ago

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States Carnegie Mellon University Full time
Perception Software Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University's National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC) is seeking a skilled Perception Software Engineer to develop computer vision modules and systems for commercial and industry applications. As a member of our robotics team, you will bring together open-source, internal, and your own tools to support diverse perception applications. You will work with data from both commercial and government organizations to create innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop computer vision algorithms for real-world applications.
  • Prototype in scripting languages, such as Python or Matlab.
  • Transition applications to deployment with production-quality code.
  • Design, develop, document, test, troubleshoot, and maintain software applications and integrated systems.
  • Interact with sponsors for planning, application support, and reporting purposes.
  • Survey literature and implement innovative techniques to tackle exciting problems.
  • Follow best practices for team software development, including peer reviews of designs and code, unit and system testing, version control, bug tracking, and integrated documentation.
  • Develop, document, and perform software system testing, troubleshooting, and verification procedures.
  • Collaborate with engineers with multifaceted skills, including communication, co-design, and joint decision-making.
Required Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent experience (M.S. or PhD is a bonus).
  • 1-3 years combined graduate academic and professional software development experience.
  • Experience implementing image processing/computer vision algorithms.
  • Strong C++ skills.
  • Experience with scripting languages for quick prototyping of computer vision applications (Python or Matlab preferred).
  • Linux development experience.
  • Knowledge of basic software engineering principles.
  • Technical communication skills.
  • Demonstrated success working as part of a multi-functional team.
  • Strong background in at least one of the following areas:
    • 3D and projective geometry.
    • Deep learning/machine learning for computer vision.
    • Practical applications of traditional computer vision/image processing.
We especially want to hear from you if you have experience or qualifications in ANY of the following areas:
  • Visual/inertial odometry, mapping, or SLAM.
  • Object detection, keypoint detection, segmentation, tracking.
  • Sensors, sensor calibration.
  • Robot navigation, field robotics.
  • ML Libraries such as Pytorch.
  • Real-world deployment, systems engineering.
  • Embedded systems or real-time application development.
  • Developing sensor drivers.
  • C++ Libraries such as OpenCV, PCL, ROS, Boost, Eigen.
  • CUDA programming.
  • Intel's IPP or SIMD (Neon, SSE) instruction development.
Why NREC?

You will have an impact in shaping the robotics revolution, collaborate with and learn from experts, and build your career in a rapidly growing field. As part of our team, you will develop solutions to solve industrial and government challenges, deploy your technology in real-world situations, work side-by-side with robotics experts, and develop an array of innovative technologies.

Have an Impact
  • Remove waste from farming = more food.
  • Make industrial processes environmentally friendly.
  • Make hazardous jobs safer.
  • Improve efficiency in industry & manufacturing.
  • Accelerate screening of pharmaceuticals.
Take Control of Your Career
  • Select the career pathway that interests you.
  • Influence the direction of projects.
  • Supportive of a non-standard schedule.
  • Maintain work/life balance.
  • Switch between part-time and full-time as life demands.

NREC is at the center of the robotics ecosystem in Pittsburgh, PA. With over 100 robotics companies, Pittsburgh is recognized as the Robotics Capital of the World. Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

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