Software Engineer - Mapping & Localization

Software Engineer - Mapping & Localization

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Established in 2017, WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) is a leading global commercial-stage company that develops autonomous driving technologies from Level 2 to Level 4. WeRide is the only tech company in the world that holds driverless permits in China, the UAE, Singapore and the US, conducting autonomous driving R&D, tests and operations in over 30 cities of 9 countries around the world. WeRide has operated a self-driving fleet for more than 1,800 days.
WeRide.ai Silicon Valley team is looking for outstanding Software Engineers to lead our visual mapping and localization efforts. We're looking for an engineer with an advanced degree and experience building mapping and localization systems that work with real data in uncertain environments.
You Will Be Responsible For
Build state-of-the art mapping pipelines that combine data from a wide variety of sensors, as well as localization algorithms that make use of these maps in realtime.
Requirements

• 3 years of professional experience (industrial experience is a plus)
• Familiar with state of the art theory for visual SLAM and place recognition
• Highly skilled in probabilistic filtering theory, computer vision and inertial pose theory
• Fluent in C++. Python skills are a plus
• Proven track record in implementing computationally expensive algorithm in commodity hardware
• Prior experience in any of pose estimation, probabilistic filtering, SLAM, nonlinear optimization
• Comfortable building in undefined and fast paced environments
• Experience in self driving technologies is a plus
  

Plus

• Knowledge of Linux, and development on Linux systems
• Knowledge of ROS
• Experience working in an automotive, aerospace environments
• Previous experience with robotic or vehicle systems
• Development experience with embedded systems with real-time constraints
• Experience with realtime sensor fusion (e.g. IMU, lidar, camera, odometry, radar)
  

Salary Range: Your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected pay range is between $130,000 - $182,000 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package.
WeRide.ai offers competitive salary depending on the experience. Employee benefits include:
Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Plan (No cost from employees or their families)
Free Daily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Paid vacations and holidays
401K plan

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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