State Estimation Software Engineer

Destinus; Hengelo; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cutting-edge robotics

Real-world robotics

Flexible work

Job summary

Destinus is seeking a State Estimation Software Engineer to design, implement, and test algorithms for accurate UAV navigation and localization in challenging environments. You will fuse data from IMUs, GPS, cameras, and other sources to provide precise position, velocity, and orientation estimates.

Work with hardware to ensure reliability in real-world conditions and build comprehensive testing frameworks spanning existing datasets and edge cases.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience implementing state estimation systems.
• Deep understanding of estimation techniques.
• Strong programming skills in C++.
• Experience deploying algorithms on embedded or real-time systems.
• Track record of testing and validating complex software systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve state estimation algorithms fusing sensor data from IMUs, GPS, cameras, and other sources to provide position, velocity, and orientation estimates.
• Work with hardware to ensure algorithms perform reliably in operational conditions.
• Build testing frameworks to validate estimation across datasets and edge case scenarios.

Skills

C++ programming

Estimation techniques

Education

MS/PhD in Robotics/Control/Aerospace/CS

Job description

About the role

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

Developing cutting edge visual based navigation systems. Due to an increasing demand for our products, we are looking for a State Estimation Software Engineer to design, implement, and test algorithms that enable accurate UAV navigation and localization

What You´ll Do

• Algorithm Design: Develop and improve state estimation algorithms that fuse sensor data from IMUs, GPS, cameras, and other sources to provide position, velocity, and orientation estimates.
• Hardware Implementation: Work with actual hardware systems to ensure algorithms perform reliably in operational conditions.
• Testing Infrastructure: Build comprehensive testing frameworks to validate estimation performance across existing datasets and edge case scenarios.

What You’ll Work With

• Sensor fusion from multiple modalities
• Large-scale flight datasets
• Modern testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines

What You’ll Need

• MS or PhD in Robotics, Control Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience implementing state estimation systems
• Deep understanding of estimation techniques
• Strong programming skills in C++
• Experience deploying algorithms on embedded or real-time systems
• Track record of testing and validating complex software systems

Nice To Have

• Experience with UAV or robotic systems
• Knowledge and experience with visual-inertial systems
• Background in optimization or probabilistic robotics

What We Offer

• Direct exposure tocutting-edgerobotics and machine learning projects.
• Hands-on experience with real-world robotics.
• Flexible working arrangement.

Why Join Us

• The Thrill of the Future - Work on cutting-edge projects that redefine aerospace.
• Global Innovation Hub - Collaborate with top engineers from all over the world.
• Fast-Paced & High-Growth - Experience the rush of working in a rapidly expanding company.
• Real Impact - Your work won’t be theoretical - it will shape the future of flight.

Destinus is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity in our companies and our teams and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.

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