Computer Vision Engineer, SLAM

100%, Zurich, permanent

At Sevensense we push the frontiers of mobile robotics. Our mission is to build the eyes and brain for the robots of tomorrow! Equipped with our technology, mobile machines can autonomously navigate in dynamic and even crowded environments. With this solution, we enable new robotic applications in places such as airports, supermarkets and warehouses.

We are looking for a passionate individual to join our 3D Computer Vision team. It is a unique opportunity to join us in developing and improving our leading visual localization system. As a member of a small and versatile team, you will develop, integrate and validate algorithms in the exciting fields of 3D Computer Vision, SLAM and place recognition. The goal is to enable robots to position themselves in challenging, unstructured and dynamic environments. The ideal candidate should demonstrate teamwork, proactivity, autonomy and have a strong desire for solving exciting and challenging problems.

Job description

• Design and develop algorithms for our Visual SLAM pipeline, touching a wide range of topics in 3D Computer Vision, SLAM and performance optimization.
• Produce and maintain modern, high-quality C++ code and participate in code reviews and software design discussions.
• Deploy cutting-edge computer vision, place recognition and SLAM tech on the AI-ready System-on-a-Chip (SoC) that will power thousands of robots in the market.
• Collaborate in a small team of skilled and motivated software engineers and SLAM experts in an environment of learning and support.
• Develop new features for our benchmarking and analysis tools in Python, helping to further improve performance analysis and introspection into data produced by our robots in the field.

Your profile

• Degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent professional experience with exposure to Computer Vision.
• 2+ years of experience working on SLAM or 3D Computer Vision projects, in industry or research.
• Strong C++ and software engineering skills. Keen interest in building high-quality software and applying coding practices.
• Desire and proven capability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
• Team player who is excited about working in a dynamic startup environment.

Additional plus:

• Experience with Python
• Deep learning experience
• GPU and/or CUDA experience

We offer

• A unique opportunity to join at an early stage with new exciting projects, thus tangibly contributing to the development of a young startup.
• Collaborating with some of the best robotics engineers for building an exciting technology company.
• A competitive compensation package including a stock option plan.
• An active environment where everyone strives to achieve their full potential.
• Opportunity to supervise talented students for projects related to SLAM.
• An ideal office location in the center of Zurich and its startup scene.
• Never ending coffee supply, snacks and chocolate.
• A friendly, supportive and international team to share both hard work and fun with.

Curious? So are we.

If you are enthusiastic about bringing Sevensense to the next level, curious about the opportunity and want to be part of our fast-growing startup, apply via our platform now. We are interested in intellectually curious and highly motivated candidates so please reach out to us if you have questions or feel unsure about some requirements.

At Sevensense we value diversity and all the features that make us all unique. We encourage everyone to apply, regardless of your gender, personal or social background.

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