Robotics AI Engineer – Calibration, Localization, and Mapping
FieldAI· Engineering – CLAM
Boston, MA$0Full-timePosted 1w ago
About the role
Role focused on developing advanced geometric robot perception algorithms within the Calibration, Localization, and Mapping (CLAM) team to deliver production-quality code for calibration, localization, and mapping subsystems inField AI’s autonomous robots. On-site, collaborative environment in a fast-paced setting.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement state-of-the-art calibration, localization, and mapping algorithms for our autonomous quadrupeds and humanoids
- Develop various tools and metrics to continuously validate and benchmark the performance of our various subsystems
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in C++ and Python
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and deploy your algorithms into real-world systems
Qualifications
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with expertise in calibration, localization, and/or 3D mapping
- Strong mathematical foundation in linear algebra, probability theory, numerical optimization, 3D geometry, Lie theory, and 3D kinematics
- Strong theoretical understanding and practical experience with different linear and non-linear state estimation frameworks for sensor fusion
- Familiarity with state-of-the-art LiDAR-inertial odometry and SLAM algorithms
- Familiarity with state-of-the-art visual-inertial odometry and SLAM algorithms
- Experience with sensor calibration (intrinsics and extrinsics) and time synchronization
- Strong proficiency in C++ and Python and modern best practices, with the ability to write maintainable and efficient code
- Strong understanding how ROS works and experience with designing, building, and deploying your own nodes into a complex robotic system
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
- Strong work ethic, highly self-motivated, and excellent written and verbal communication skills
Skills
Required:CalibrationLocalizationMappingC++PythonROS
Benefits
- Onsite role in Boston, MA with flexible hours to support work-life balance
- Field AI is committed to diversity and inclusive workplace
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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