Senior Software Engineer, Context Map

Who We Are 

Nuro exists to better everyday life through robotics. The company’s custom electric autonomous vehicles are designed to bring the things you need—from produce to prescriptions—right to your home. Nuro’s autonomous, goods-focused solution can give you valuable time back and more freedom to do what you love. This convenient, eco-friendly alternative to driving has the potential to make streets safer and cities more livable. 

About the Role

Our robotics team is growing and we are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Mapping & Localization team. We're searching for an engineer with experience building and maintaining tools for autonomous navigation map generation and annotation, and a strong desire to contribute to the future of robot navigation for logistics and transportation.

 

About the Work

• Design and implement computer vision & 3D geometry related ML pipelines used in various L&M systems
• Investigate state-of-the-art algorithms for long term experimental projects related to mapping and semantic understanding
• Work cross functionally with other ML teams to integrate algorithms into centralized architectures
• Scope out and assist in implementing labeling taxonomies and methodologies, as well as data mining
• Work closely with other autonomy engineers to integrate detection pipelines into the autonomy system and analyze resource usage

About You

• Computer vision, 3D geometry, or robotics related ML applications
• “Integration experience” - ability/background in working with robotics systems, practical real-world considerations in design/implementation
• Either good breadth of understanding (is able to perform all listed responsibilities) or good depth (is able to perform a subset with lots of depth).

Bonus points:

• Systems coding (C++ or equivalent)
• Experience with Transformer ML architectures
• Experience with topics in ML based mapping
• Robotics related topics (SLAM, nonlinear optimization, state estimation, probabilistic filtering, 3D/visual geometry)

 

At Nuro, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected pay range is between $167,200 and $250,800 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.

At Nuro, we celebrate differences and are committed to a diverse workplace that fosters inclusion and psychological safety for all employees. Nuro is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.