Lead Research Engineer (SLAM / State Estimation)

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading robotics software company based in London is seeking a talented Lead Research Engineer specializing in SLAM and state estimation. This position involves developing advanced algorithms for robotic applications and collaborating with product teams to implement innovative solutions. The role offers a hybrid working environment, requiring 2 to 3 days in the office per week. A strong background in computer vision or a related field is essential, alongside expertise in C++ and SLAM solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong background in geometric computer vision, state estimation, or SLAM.
• Industrial experience in deploying SLAM solutions.
• Expertise in optimisation and sensor fusion.

Responsibilities

• Design & develop SLAM & perception algorithms for localisation and mapping.
• Collaborate with Product teams to create customer solutions.
• Innovate in applied Spatial AI with SLAM experts.

Skills

Geometric computer vision

State estimation

SLAM

Optimisation

Numerical linear algebra

Sensor fusion

C++

Education

PhD in computer vision or robotics

Tools

CUDA

OpenCL

Vulkan

Metal

Job description

Job Description

Lead Research Engineer (SLAM / State Estimation)

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.
• Expertise in optimisation, numerical linear algebra, & sensor fusion.
• Industrial experience in deploying SLAM solutions.
• Proficiency in C++.

Desirable experience:

• PhD in computer vision or robotics.
• Experience with machine learning techniques for geometric & semantic estimation.
• GPU programming skills (CUDA, OpenCL, Vulkan, Metal).
• 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 [e-mail].

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