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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Education & Experience
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Engineering or related field
- 5+ yeas of relevant engineering experience
US Salary Range
$140,000—$210,000
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.
Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. 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 applications will receive equal consideration for employment.
The pay range for this role is:140,000 - 210,000 USD per year(ARC)
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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