Embedded Software Engineer 3 #100529

Swoon; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Swoon is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer 3 for a 12-month on-site contract in Irving, TX. The role focuses on developing localization algorithms for autonomous systems, combining perception-based, inertial, and GNSS inputs to robustly estimate position.

Candidate must have 5+ years in Robotics with strong Kalman filter and ROS experience, plus Python and C++ production coding skills. On-site work with potential conversion to full-time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Robotics, Electrical or Computer Engineering or Computer Science; 2 years with Masters; no associate degree.
• 5+ years in Robotics/Autonomous solutions with deep technical domain expertise.
• Experience implementing filtering solutions including Error State, Kalman and Extended Kalman.
• Strong Inertial Measurement technology knowledge and state estimation.
• Proficient in Python; production-quality C++ software development.
• Experience with localization including SLAM, graph optimization, and ROS.

Responsibilities

• Research and design localization algorithms and software.
• Develop production-quality C++ software with design, documentation, coding, quality, and validation.
• Contribute to requirements generation and architecture for localization.
• Support functional safety software design and validation.

Skills

Python

C++

ROS

Kalman filter

State estimation

Localization

SLAM

Inertial measurement

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Robotics/EE/CS

Tools

ROS

Kalman Tools

Job description

Title: Embedded Software Engineer 3 #100529

Location: onsite Irving, TX 100% M-F; open to relocation candidates but MUST be able to be onsite day 1 of contract (max 2 weeks from offer) and relocate at own costs (swoon nor client provide relocation services)

Type: Contract

Hours: 8-5 M-F (40 hour work week) with potential for OT

Pay: $58.13/hr w2 (w2 only for conversion, exact rate no flex)

Length: 12 months-possibility to convert to full time

Screenings: tech prior to submission, full panel drug and background once hired

IV process: 2 rounds

+optional benefits, long term contract with ability to extend or convert to full time

Must Haves:

Education & Experience Required:

• MIN Years of experience: 5+
• Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or PhD in an accredited Robotics, Electrical or Computer engineering or Computer Science degree; 2 years with Masters’ Degree; No associate Degree
• Discovers, analyzes, and resolves software or application problems
• Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution.
• Knowledge: Inertial Measurement Technology AND State Estimation
• Problem Solving:
• Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.
• Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution.
• Uses fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems.Software Development Life Cycle:
• Identifies common issues, problems, and considerations for each phase of the life cycle.
• Interprets product development plans and functional documentation.
• Programming: Python
• Technical Troubleshooting: Discovers, analyzes, and resolves software or application problems. + Analyzes code, logs, and current systems as part of advanced troubleshooting. + Records and reports specific technical problems, solving processes and tools that have been used.
• 5+ years of Robotics/Autonomous solution experience illustrating deep technical domain expertise
• Proven experience implementing filtering solutions including Error State, Kalman and Extended Kalman
• In depth knowledge of Inertial Measurement technology and Inertial Based Navigation and/or Guidance Systems
• Ability to survey literature for ideas and convert research papers into production implementation
• Experience with localization including Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) type approaches, utilization of graph optimization libraries, and overall state estimation
• Knowledge of robotics and frameworks such as Robot Operating System (ROS)
• Strong foundation in mathematics and fundamentals (3D geometry, linear algebra, statistical error modeling including Gauss Markov Processes)
• Ability to work in various coordinate system references and perform transformations between
• Understanding of Physics based modeling, vehicle modeling and dynamics
• Takes on initiative to research and prototype
• Systems thinking
• Resilient and Persistent when encountering complex problems

Soft Skills

(Required)

• Supports team collaboration when solving problems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Takes ownership of moving ideas from prototype to production
• Adaptable to various phases of development

Position’s Contributions to Work Group

• Software development focused on positioning and localization.
• Collaborate with team members to prototype and bring to production algorithms that enable autonomous & semiautonomous systems to localize robustly within the world around them.
• Estimate position and altitude absolutely but also relatively to terrain features and static or mobile equipment, and implementing filters using perception-based, inertial, and GNSS inputs
• Participate in various aspects of the development process including design, documentation, coding, product quality, and validation

Typical task breakdown

• Research and design of localization algorithms and software
• Develop production quality C++ software including design, documentation, coding, product quality, and validation
• Contributes to requirements generation and architecture design considerations for the localization architecture
• Support functional safety software design and validation process

Interaction with team

• Collaborate and mentor localization team members to execute on goals

Team Structure

• Technical team that is led by an Architect and Program Manager

Work environment

• Primarily in the office
• Occasionally in labs or at Proving Grounds – PPE, safety glasses