Lead Research Engineer (SLAM / State Estimation)

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading robotics software company is seeking a talented Lead Research Engineer specializing in SLAM and State Estimation to join their innovative team. The role involves designing cutting-edge algorithms and collaborating with experts in delivering advanced Spatial AI solutions for various applications in robotics and automation. With a hybrid working model, this position promises to shape the future of robotics technology.

Qualifications

• Strong background in SLAM and computer vision.
• Experience in deploying SLAM solutions in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of machine learning techniques for geometric and semantic estimation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop SLAM algorithms for localization and mapping.
• Create high-quality Spatial AI systems.
• Collaborate with product teams for customer solutions.

Skills

Geometric computer vision

State estimation

SLAM

C++

Machine learning techniques

Education

PhD in computer vision or robotics

Tools

Embedded software development

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Lead Research Engineer (SLAM / State Estimation), Chelmsford

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European Tech Recruit

Location:

Chelmsford, UK

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Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

European Tech Recruit is working closely with an exciting robotics software company based in London, looking for a talented Lead Research Engineer (SLAM / State Estimation) to join their team.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement with 2-3 days WFH per week and the rest onsite near London Bridge.

The successful candidate will join a team delivering advanced Spatial AI solutions to clients in robotics, intralogistics, and warehouse automation.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop state-of-the-art SLAM and perception algorithms for high-performance localization, mapping, and scene understanding.
• Create high-quality Spatial AI systems for real-world applications.
• Collaborate with Product teams to turn innovations into customer solutions for robotics and automation.
• Work alongside SLAM and software engineering experts to innovate in applied Spatial AI.

Requirements:

• Strong background in geometric computer vision, state estimation, or SLAM.
• Industrial experience deploying SLAM solutions.
• Proficiency in C++.
• PhD in computer vision or robotics.
• Experience with machine learning techniques for geometric and semantic estimation.
• Experience with embedded software development.

If interested, please apply directly on LinkedIn or send your CV to [emailprotected].

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