Lead Research Engineer (SLAM / State Estimation)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting robotics software company is seeking a Lead Research Engineer with expertise in SLAM and state estimation. This hybrid position allows flexibility with remote work and is focused on delivering innovative Spatial AI solutions in robotics and automation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer vision and relevant industrial experience, contributing to the development of cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Strong background in SLAM and perception algorithms.
• Industrial experience deploying SLAM solutions.
• Proficiency with advanced programming in C++.

Responsibilities

• Design & develop state-of-the-art SLAM & perception algorithms.
• Create high-quality Spatial AI systems for real-world applications.
• Collaborate with Product teams for customer solutions.

Skills

Geometric computer vision

State estimation

C++

Machine learning techniques

Education

PhD in computer vision or robotics

Tools

Embedded software development

Job description

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

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

This role can offer a hybrid work arrangement with 2/3 days WFH per week and the rest onsite at their office which is close to London Bridge.

In this role you will join a team focused on delivering advanced Spatial AI solutions to clients in robotics, intralogistics, & warehouse automation.

Responsibilities as Lead Research Engineer (SLAM / State Estimation):

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

Requirements:

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

If this role is of any interest please apply directly on LinkedIn or send a copy of your CV to [emailprotected] .

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