Junior Algorithm Engineer

Aiper; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aiper, the leading smart robotic pool cleaner brand, is hiring a Junior Algorithm Engineer in Singapore. You will work on navigation and control algorithms for surface/underwater robots, improving path planning and obstacle avoidance while integrating multi-sensor data.

Strong C++ skills, Linux experience, and ROS/OpenCV familiarity are essential. You will participate in sensor calibration, data collection, and testing, and contribute to technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Automation, Control Engineering, Navigation, Guidance and Control, Vehicle Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics or related fields.
• Proficient in C++ programming with Linux experience; familiar with Eigen and OpenCV.
• Familiar with ROS (Robot Operating System).
• Strong mathematical foundation including linear algebra, nonlinear optimization and Kalman filtering.
• Experience in robot navigation/control algorithm development (competitions, research projects or open-source).
• Knowledge of multi-sensor fusion (LiDAR, IMU, ultrasonic, etc.) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Navigation Algorithm Development for surface/underwater robotic pool cleaners.
• Develop global path planning, local obstacle avoidance, and dynamic-environment-adaptive algorithms.
• Optimize robot algorithms and fix issues.
• Calibrate sensors, collect data, and perform system integration testing.
• Write technical documentation.

Skills

C++ programming

Linux

Kalman filtering

Linear algebra

Nonlinear optimization

Multi-sensor fusion

OpenCV

Eigen

ROS

Navigation algorithms

Education

Master's degree in Automation/Control/Robotics/CS

Tools

ROS

Eigen

OpenCV

Job description

Aiper is the No. 1 smart robotic pool cleaner brand and a leading provider of smart solutions for pools and gardens. Its connected Smart Yard Ecosystem simplifies care across the entire outdoor space – from pool cleaning and water care to smart irrigation. Trusted by more than 4 million users worldwide, Aiper is available in nearly 10,000 stores across 50+ countries and regions. Driven by smart automation, adaptive AI, and sustainable design, Aiper gives users more time to enjoy life’s best moments.

Job Title: Junior Algorithm Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities:

• Navigation Algorithm Development
• Participate in the development of global path planning, local obstacle avoidance and dynamic-environment-adaptive algorithms for surface/underwater robotic pool cleaners (e.g., complex pool corners, step transitions).
• Participate in robot algorithm performance optimization and issue fixing.
• Participate in sensor calibration, data collection and system integration testing.
• Write technical documentation.

Requirements:

• Education & Major: Fresh Master's graduate in Automation, Control Engineering, Navigation, Guidance and Control, Vehicle Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics or related fields.
• Core Skills:
• Proficient in C++ programming with development experience in Linux environments; familiar with third-party libraries such as Eigen and OpenCV.
• Familiar with the ROS (Robot Operating System).
• Solid mathematical foundation, with mastery of linear algebra, nonlinear optimization and Kalman filtering.
• Project Experience:
• Experience in robot navigation/control algorithm development (e.g., competitions, research projects or open-source projects).
• Knowledge of multi-sensor fusion (LiDAR, IMU, ultrasonic, etc.) is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Participation in robot-related projects (e.g., robot vacuums, autonomous driving).
• Publications or patents related to robot control algorithms.