Software Engineer, Autonomy - Calibration, Mapping & Localization (Robotics)

TL;DR

Software Engineer, Autonomy (Robotics): Developing and optimizing calibration, mapping, and localization subsystems for autonomous industrial vehicles with an accent on HD map creation and robust vehicle localization. Focus on implementing sensor calibration algorithms and state estimation frameworks on production hardware.

Location: On-site in Mountain View, CA

Salary: $162,000 - $180,000 a year

Company

hirify.global is a publicly-traded autonomous technology company deploying self-driving industrial tuggers in factories and warehouses throughout North America.

What you will do

• Implement, tune, and test mapping, localization, and sensor calibration algorithms using C++ and Python.
• Develop tooling and metrics for performance validation and continuous testing frameworks.
• Debug and analyze algorithm performance using real-world and simulated sensor data.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with vehicle infrastructure, hardware, and other autonomy teams (Perception, Decision, Planning, and Control).
• Take ownership of scoped components to ensure safe and efficient autonomous driving for next-generation vehicles.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a similar technical field.
• Must be based in or able to work on-site in Mountain View, CA.
• 2–4 years of experience building robotics or autonomous vehicle software (including internships or research).
• Proficiency in C++ and Python within a collaborative software environment.
• Strong foundation in probability theory, linear algebra, 3D geometry, and spatial coordinate transformations.
• Familiarity with 3D Lidar-based mapping (e.g., LOAM, GICP) and state estimation frameworks (e.g., EKFs, GTSAM, G2O, Ceres-Solver).

Nice to have

• Experience with GPU programming and CUDA.
• Hands-on experience tuning or deploying algorithms on physical robots or vehicles.
• Knowledge of camera-based SLAM and 3D multi-view geometry.
• Experience working with ROS2 to design and operate robotic systems.
• Academic publications, patents, or notable open-source contributions.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA.
• Company-funded life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• Company 401(k) and commuter benefits.
• Flexible vacation policy and sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Daily lunches for in-office employees and a fully-stocked kitchen.