Robotics Algorithm Engineer
HellbenderEdge AI company
Pittsburgh, United StatesSenior
Magarac Venture Partners
Mana Ventures
Data & AI
About the role
TL;DR
Design, implement, and optimize robotics algorithms for AI computer vision systems.
- •We're looking for a Robotics Algorithm Engineer to design, implement, and optimize the algorithms that power our AI computer vision systems.
- •You'll work at the intersection of software engineering and applied mathematics, translating theoretical models into robust, real-time solutions that run on physical hardware.
- •Key Responsibilities Design and implement algorithms for motion planning, trajectory optimization, and robotic control.
- •Develop perception pipelines including SLAM, sensor fusion, object detection, and localization.
- •Optimize deep learning and classical CV algorithms for real-time inference on embedded/edge hardware.
- •Validate and refine algorithms through physical hardware in the loop testing.
- •Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to integrate algorithms into full robotic systems.
- •Requirements Master's degree or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field. 5+ years of experience developing robotics algorithms in a research or production environment.
- •Strong proficiency in C++ and/or Python.
- •Solid foundation in linear algebra, probability/statistics, and control theory.
- •Experience with ROS/ROS2 or comparable robotics middleware.
Required skills
C++PythonComputer Vision
Domain expertise
deeptechaiaerospaceautomotive
Benefits & perks
401(k), 5% Safe Harbor Contribution to 401k, 100% of Health, Dental, and Vision insurance premiums paid, 7.5 weeks total Paid time off, Profit Sharing (through 401k), Hybrid work environment, Flexible work schedule
Tech stack
C++Python