Lead Research Engineer (SLAM / State Estimation)

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A robotics software company is seeking a talented Lead Research Engineer (SLAM / State Estimation) to join their hybrid team. This role focuses on developing advanced Spatial AI solutions, requiring a strong background in computer vision and robotics. The position offers opportunities for innovative collaboration and aims to turn complex algorithms into practical applications in robotics and automation.

Qualifications

• Strong background in geometric computer vision, state estimation, or SLAM.
• Industrial experience in deploying SLAM solutions.
• Experience with machine learning techniques for geometric & semantic estimation.

Responsibilities

• Design & develop SLAM & perception algorithms for high-performance localisation.
• Create high-quality Spatial AI systems for real-world applications.
• Collaborate closely with Product teams to turn innovations into customer solutions.

Skills

Geometric computer vision

State estimation

SLAM

Machine learning techniques

Embedded software development

Education

PhD in computer vision or robotics

Tools

C++

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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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