Senior Software Engineer, Localization

Overview

Aero Vect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. Our customers include some of the world’s largest airlines and ground handling providers. For more information, visit

• Identify and solve gaps in the current localization and mapping system that operates in mixed indoor and outdoor environments
• Implement, deploy, test and maintain new localization capabilities for the autonomous system
• Develop and maintain the sensors calibration across sensors, time, and vehicles
• Develop online validation and calibration tools
• Collaborate with our localization team and autonomy sub teams (planning, perception, infrastructure) to successfully deploy the autonomous system

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree candidate in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
• 5+ years of work experience in development of robotics, industrial automation or autonomous driving
• Theoretical knowledge in either localization or calibration
• Strong C++ programming
• Working experience with a Linux based Operating System (Ubuntu, Debian) and Robot Operating System (ROS/ROS2) middleware, OpenCV
• Proven experience with non-linear optimization like graph-based optimization or any filtering algorithms like EKF, UKF, Particle filters
• Demonstrated work experience with various sensors such as LiDARs, Camera, IMU, GPS/GNSS, Radar, etc
• Highly collaborative nature and exceptional communicator with strong problem solving skills

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Math, Robotics or a related field
• 8+ years of work experience in development of robotics, industrial automation or autonomous driving
• In-depth understanding of middleware frameworks like ROS2
• Proven experience with factor graphs and graph slam algorithms
• Proven experience with non linear solvers like Ceres, GTSAM, g2o
• Proven experience working with GPS/GNSS systems integrating them into INS solutions
• Proven track record of system development and successful deployment of unmanned systems in existing or upcoming products
• Mastery of Modern C++ (14 and beyond) and safety critical coding practices
• Proven experience with open source algorithms/software like google cartographer, slam toolbox, kali , ORB-SLAM 3, stella-vslam, GLIM, LIO-SAM, VINS-Fusion, robot localization, etc.