ADAS / AD Mapping and Localization Engineer

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We are currently seeking a Mapping and Localization Engineer for our ADAS / Autonomous Driving team. This position requires an experienced professional with a strong programming skills and solid knowledge of state-of-the-art mapping and localization algorithms.

Your Role:

• Work in a world-class Autonomous Driving and ADAS team
• Design of the mapping and localization software architecture for Lv. 2/3/4 autonomous driving systems
• Design, prototype, engineer, test, release and launch cutting edge mapping and localization software stacks into the Lucid production programs
• Implement high-quality automotive grade software code compliant to automotive quality and safety standards
• Work closely with other teams to ensure a seamless and robust implementation
• Support the production validation and verification of the mapping and localization algorithms using prototype vehicles, pre-production vehicles
• Enhance and improve the existing s/w stacks of the autonomous driving system
• Propose a cutting edge s/w algorithm for the future autonomous driving systems

Qualifications:

• Experience in one or more of the following areas related to mapping and localization for ADAS / AD: state estimation, probabilistic filtering, SLAM, 3D reconstruction, nonlinear optimization, visual and Lidar odometry, sensor fusion, computer vision, point cloud processing, sensor registration, sensor calibration, machine learning, deep learning
• Proven experience developing, implementing and extending novel mapping and localization algorithms
• Experience writing efficient, clean code in C++
• A practical hands-on approach to complement the theoretical knowledge and creativity required to solve Autonomous Driving
• Experience with multiple sensors (e.g. camera, LIDAR, radar, GPS, IMU, odometry)
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven track record of technical excellence

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of ROS, DDS or other middleware systems
• Knowledge of any other programming languages (e.g. Python, Matlab / Simulink, JavaScript, etc.)
• Experience writing MISRA conform automotive code
• Experience in working in agile development teams
• Experience in component and system integration, testing and verification on system and vehicle level
• Knowledge of applicable safety standards and regulations (ASPICE, ISO 26262), industry benchmark and customer requirements
• Experience in automotive supplier interaction, specification development, release management, change management

Education:

• BS minimum in the areas of  Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related fields
• Ideally, 3+ years of work experience
• Advanced degrees  / Ph.D. preferred for senior positions

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