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Mapping & Localization Engineer

Forterra • Full-time • Arlington, VA, US • $140k - $210k / year • 2m ago

About Forterra

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.

About The Role

Forterra is seeking a Mapping and Localization Engineer to join our team in developing robust and innovative localization systems for autonomous systems. The ideal candidate has a strong software development background coupled with experience developing and optimizing algorithms for precise localization and mapping in dynamic environments.

What You'll Do

Develop and implement algorithms for localization and mapping for autonomous ground vehicles, including techniques such as Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM), visual odometry, and other advanced localization techniques
Design and optimize real-time systems for integrating data from various sensors, including LiDAR, radar, cameras, and IMUs for highly accurate vehicle localization and mapping
Enhance existing SLAM and mapping algorithms for dynamic environments, such as urban and off-road areas
Improve the vehicle's ability to localize and map in GPS-denied or challenging conditions (e.g., tunnels, forests, crowded urban environments)
Evaluate, test, and validate localization and mapping solutions through both simulation, playback, and field tests to ensure accuracy, robustness, and reliability

Minimum Qualifications

B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Engineering or related field
5+ years of relevant engineering experience
Experience designing and developing localization and mapping algorithms (e.g., Point cloud registration, SLAM, Visual Odometry)
Experience with multiple sensor modalities such as LIDARs, cameras, RADARs, and IMUs
Strong background in linear algebra, computational mathematics
Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, and/or MATLAB
Familiarity with state estimation

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing localization/navigation systems for a variety of vehicles, including large trucks and small skid steer vehicles
Familiarity with industry-standard navigation software and hardware tools

US Salary Range

$140,000—$210,000

Benefits

The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra’s overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including:

Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.
Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.
A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.
401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.

Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.

CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances: click here. 

Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in all personnel practices. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran and disability status, and criminal history, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Forterra is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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The Pay Range For This Role Is

140,000 - 210,000 USD per year (ARC)