GNC Engineer, SLAM Focus

Full-time
Remote
KEF Robotics
,
Pittsburgh
,
PA
 
Salary:
-
Application Deadline:
Posted: 
2/26/2025
2/26/2025

What you're responsible forDevelop state-of-the-art autonomous drones capable of flying rapidly through challenging environmentsResearch and implement novel guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) Optimize algorithms for real-time computation on embedded platformsImprove physics based simulation environments and validate autonomous behavior within simulationWhat we are looking forEmpathetic and collaborative team player Proficiency with C++ and PythonExperience with robotics state estimation and simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) algorithmsExperience programming for embedded environmentsFamiliarity with Linux and Linux toolsExperience developing computer vision algorithmsFamiliarity with nonlinear optimization techniquesBonus SkillsMachine learning and experience programming within a popular ML framework (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc)GPU programming (CUDA / OpenCL)Field and lab testing experienceFamiliarity with ROS / ROS 2 (Robot Operating System)Unreal Engine / Unity experienceJulia programming experienceClear, concise technical writing skillsKEF Robotics would be a great fit for you if youAre self starter with an entrepreneurial spiritLove a team that truly cares about what they do and how they do itAre a tinkererAre a low-key badassWhy others have joined KEFTo be the best in the world at a new emerging technologyTo be surrounded by the smartest, most passionate peopleTo work in an environment that values work/life balance and mental healthWhat we offerA kickass office in Pittsburgh, PA with off-street free parkingCompetitive salary & equityMedical Benefits401(k) offeringFlexible hours & vacation policyPremium laptop/equipment