Senior Robotics Vision Engineer - Pioneering Drone Navigation Systems

San Francisco Bay Area | Competitive Compensation

Company Description

Our client, a well-funded startup revolutionizing autonomous navigation systems, is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in drone technology. Their groundbreaking visual positioning system achieves unprecedented accuracy without relying on GPS, opening new frontiers in autonomous flight capabilities.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development and optimization of next-generation visual navigation systems for large-scale drone fleet operations
• Architect and implement embedded software solutions for vision-based robotics, optimizing for size, weight, power, and performance constraints
• Drive critical technical decisions that balance innovation with practical deployment considerations
• Collaborate with hardware vendors and suppliers to ensure optimal integration of vision systems
• Spearhead fleet management strategies and quality assurance processes for large-scale deployments
• Shape the technical foundation of a rapidly growing startup, with significant influence over core product development

Ideal Candidate Background

• 4+ years of experience in embedded hardware engineering
• Deep expertise in Visual Inertial Odometry (VIO) and SLAM systems
• Proven track record implementing embedded SLAM architectures for commercial products
• Strong foundation in computer vision and robotics sensing technologies
• Experience with autonomous aerial vehicles or drone systems
• Exceptional coding abilities across embedded systems platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Startup experience or track record of building systems from the ground up
• Experience with fleet management and deployment of autonomous systems
• Background in optimization of vision-based navigation systems
• Strong project leadership and vendor management experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $180,000 - $210,000
• Equity: 0.50% - 1.50%
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible PTO policy
• Professional development opportunities
• Ground-floor opportunity at a well-funded startup
• Work with cutting-edge technology in autonomous systems

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technical leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of autonomous navigation technology. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of drone navigation systems while working with a talented team of innovators.