Robotics Engineer

Zeitview (formerly DroneBase); Austin (TX); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company in intelligent aerial imaging as a Robotics Engineer. In this role, you will be at the forefront of technology, controlling unmanned vehicles to gather critical data and enhance their capabilities. Your work will directly contribute to the global transition to renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure. With a focus on innovation, you'll integrate advanced sensors, develop robust algorithms, and collaborate with talented teams to achieve project goals. Enjoy a flexible work-from-home environment, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a mission-driven company. If you're passionate about robotics and drones, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

100% paid medical insurance

100% paid dental and vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

Equity stock incentive program

Flexible work-from-home environment

Autonomy and upward mobility

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of robotics experience with strong knowledge in ROS, C++, and Python.
• Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Integrate sensors and develop software for unmanned vehicles.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance inspection capabilities and ensure system reliability.

Skills

ROS

C++

Python

Sensor Fusion

Kalman Filtering

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Software Development Best Practices

Drone Operations Knowledge

Tools

Docker

AWS

GCP

Azure

Linux

Github CI

Job description

About Us:
Zeitview is the leading intelligent aerial imaging company for high-value infrastructure, providing businesses with actionable, real-time insights to recover revenue, reduce risk and improve build quality. We serve customers in the solar, wind, insurance, construction, real estate, and critical infrastructure industries. Trusted by the largest enterprises in the world, Zeitview is active in over 70 countries. Our mission is to accelerate the global transition to renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure through advanced inspection solutions. Take a look at our latest achievements here!

About the Role:
As a Robotics Engineer, you will play an important role in controlling unmanned vehicles to inspect hardware. You will be integrating sensors on the autonomous vehicles to allow the capture of critical data, designing and implementing algorithms to enhance the capabilities of the hardware, and developing the tools needed to utilize these software and hardware components on an edge device.

You must have a proven track record of success and excel in a fast-growing, technology-based startup culture while working autonomously. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and performance, and a generous equity stake for the right candidate. We provide comprehensive medical, vision, & dental benefits, unlimited paid time off, and a great team environment with room for advancement.

Responsibilities:

• Integrate new sensors and develop software backend to make the data available for the environment
• Handle sensor calibration and high-speed visual control and estimation of aerial vehicles
• Develop tools to allow for robust control of various unmanned vehicles
• Develop and implement algorithms to enhance inspection capabilities
• Conduct testing and validation of navigation systems to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives
• Take feedback from the field and implement improvements to the system
• Write algorithms for trajectory generation

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of experience, ideally working within the robotics space
• ROS experience
• C++/Python
• Strong knowledge of sensor fusion, state estimation, and Kalman filtering
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Solid scientific training and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of software development best practices
• Able to work remotely and coordinate effectively with a fully remote workforce
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
• Interested in technology and the drone space. Any type of drone experience or knowledge of UAV operations and regulations is a plus

Desired:

• Gazebo experience
• Docker/container and containerization knowledge
• Cloud technology (AWS, GCP, Azure). Specifically, ECR, S3, IOT
• Kubernetes, helm, kustomize, edge K8S (K3s, MicroK8s, minikube, etc.)
• Github CI experience
• Linux system administration
• DJI PSDK/OSDK experience
• PX4 experience
• Mavlink experience
• Experience with Nav2, Moveit

What’s Included:

• Feel great about your work as you join a leading mission-driven intelligent aerial imaging company - our goal is to accelerate the global transition to renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure, and you personally will play a large part in making this happen!
• Your choice of multiple medical insurance plans, including one that covers 100% of the premium for yourself and your dependents
• 100% paid dental and vision insurance
• Unlimited PTO: We mean it when we say we prioritize work-life balance and mental health. Just be sure to share pictures of your vacation when you return!
• Equity: Stock incentive program
• Work-from-home environment: flexibility for employees should be the norm for companies
• Autonomy and upward mobility
• Diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture: a place where your voice matters